Cardiology Ward Lead Nurse – Acute Care & Leadership

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Employee wellbeing support

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to lead Ward 43, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, focusing on cardiology care and patient flow. You will mentor junior staff and deputise for Senior Charge Nurses as required.

The role requires acute-care experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to compassionate, holistic patient care within a supportive NHS environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience in acute clinical environments and cardiology care.
• Proven ability to lead a nursing team and coordinate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the nursing team in the acute cardiology unit.
• Take charge of the team, coordinate patient care and discharge planning.
• Support senior staff, manage staff issues and promote staff wellbeing.

Skills

NMC registered

Clinical leadership

Cardiology care

Team supervision

Education

NMC registration

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to lead Ward 43, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, focusing on cardiology care and patient flow. You will mentor junior staff and deputise for Senior Charge Nurses as required.

The role requires acute-care experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to compassionate, holistic patient care within a supportive NHS environment.