Staff Nurse - Older people Stroke service

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non\-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1\.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2\.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

We are looking for a highly motivated and compassionate Band 5 Registered Nurse to work within our Older People and Stroke Services at the Day Hospital in Inverclyde Royal Hospital. The role focuses on delivering highquality, personcentred care to older adults and supporting a multidisciplinary outpatient service.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Full\-time, Permanent


• Base location: Inverclyde Royal Hospital


• Shift Pattern \- Monday Friday

Key responsibilities:

• Independent and team\-based care Delivering high standards of care for a defined patient group.


• Technical and physical care delivery Performing technical, invasive, and physical aspects of nursing safely and competently.


• Assessment and care planning Assessing care needs and developing, implementing, and evaluating personalised care plans.


• Clinical leadership Leading on patient assessment and ensuring care is evidencebased.


• Multidisciplinary collaboration Working closely with frailty practitioners, AHP Consultants, and other professionals to support effective outpatient care.


• Role modelling Acting as a positive example for colleagues and student nurses.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Registered Nurses on the NMC Register


• Evidence of continued professional development


• Excellent interpersonal skills


• Excellent analytical and numerical skills


• Good IT knowledge and skills


• Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of a range of clinical procedures and practices


• Knowledge of hospital policies/procedures and practices specific to the working environment


• Effective time management skills


• Ability to use initiative


• Previous medical experience desirable.


• Opportunity to develop skills across specialist areas, including:

+ Stroke rehabilitation
+ Orthopaedic rehabilitation
+ Movement disorders
+ General medical care for older adults

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays


• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits


• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme


• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e\-learning and classroom\-based courses


• Enhanced pay for working public holidays


• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services


• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Rachel Butler, Lead Nurse \- Rachel.Butler@nhs.scot \- 07977569115

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work\-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full\-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as *“various”*, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

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