Lead Nurse – Emergency Department B8A

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Work‑life balance

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a Lead Nurse (Band 8a) for the Emergency Department at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, with a focus on clinical leadership and ensuring high-quality, compassionate care. The post reports to the Clinical Service Manager and will be based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, with attendance at the New Victoria MIU as required.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication and governance skills, lead nursing teams, and work with

Qualifications

• Current registration with the NMC is required.
• Band 8a level leadership experience preferred in a clinical setting.
• Experience in Emergency Department governance and patient care improvement is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, professional and managerial leadership to ED nursing staff.
• Support delivery of high-quality compassionate care and safety standards.
• Collaborate with executive leaders to implement Directorate plans and drive quality and efficiency.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical governance

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

NMC registration

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Lead Nurse (Band 8a) of the Emergency Department, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital within the South Sector.

For informal enquiries please contact [e-mail], Clinical Service Manager.

The role of the candidate will be to:

• Provide clinical, professional and managerial leadership to nursing staff within the Emergency Department supporting the achievement of organisational and directorate objectives and quality standards.
• The post holder will be a credible leader and have a consistent approach to supporting the clinical teams in the delivery and achievement of high-quality compassionate care.
• In partnership with the Chief/Associate Chief Nurse, Clinical Service Manager, General Manager and wider teams, you will deliver Directorate plans ensuring person-centred care is at the forefront of all decision making whilst simultaneously driving quality initiatives and financial efficiency across the Directorate.
• The Lead Nurse must demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills, ensuring robust governance processes in place to support the delivery and assurance of excellent person-centred care.

We welcome dynamic nurses looking for career development and a passion in improving teams and patient care within our service.

You must hold current registration with the NMC.

This post will be based within The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital with the expectation of attending the New Victoria MIU.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.