District Nurse - District Nursing Services / Community Nursing

NHS National Services Scotland; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working options wherepossible

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a District Nurse Specialist Practitioner to lead and deliver high-quality, person-centred care in patients' homes and communities from Clydebank Health Centre. You will work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team, supervise staff, ensure safe practice, maintain records, and contribute to service development, while promoting flexible working options.

The role requires an NMC registered Adult Nurse with a District Nursing Master’s qualification,

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration in Adult Nursing.
• Specialist Practitioner Qualification in District Nursing at Master's level or equivalent.
• V300 Independent Prescribing qualification and advanced clinical assessment skills.
• Demonstrable leadership and management experience within a community or primary care setting.
• Evidence of continuous professional development and commitment to lifelong learning.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills with the ability to work autonomously and within a team.
• IT skills and ability to use electronic patient record systems alongside a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a defined district nursing caseload, ensuring safe, effective, person-centred care delivery.
• Provide skilled clinical interventions and act as the clinical expert within community nursing practice.
• Coordinate workload, prioritise care needs and respond to both planned and urgent unscheduled requests.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, patients and carers to plan and deliver holistic care.
• Delegate, supervise and support team members to maintain high standards of practice and service delivery.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with professional, legal and organisational standards.
• Contribute to service improvement, audit, education and the ongoing development of the district nursing team.

Skills

NMC registration in Adult Nursing

District Nursing Specialist Practice (

V300 Independent Prescribing

Advanced clinical assessment

Leadership

Autonomous practice

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Driving licence

IT skills / EPR systems

Education

Master’s degree in District Nursing

V300 Independent Prescribing qualification

Tools

Electronic patient record systems

Job description

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:

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the West Dunbartonshire District Nursing Team for a District Nurse Specialist Practitioner working within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. This is a rewarding and dynamic role where you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to patients in their own homes and communities. As an autonomous practitioner, you will lead and support the district nursing team, ensuring safe, responsive and effective care across a diverse caseload. You will work closely with multidisciplinary partners to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes. NHSGGC offers a supportive, forward-thinking environment where innovation, collaboration and continuous development are actively encouraged. Join us and be part of a service that makes a genuine difference to people’s lives every day.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Full Time, Permanent
• Base Location: Clydebank Health Centre
• Shift Pattern: Monday to Sunday, 4 x 9 hours

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a defined district nursing caseload, ensuring safe, effective, person-centred care delivery
• Provide skilled clinical interventions and act as the clinical expert within community nursing practice
• Coordinate workload, prioritise care needs and respond to both planned and urgent unscheduled requests
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, patients and carers to plan and deliver holistic care
• Delegate, supervise and support team members to maintain high standards of practice and service delivery
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with professional, legal and organisational standards
• Contribute to service improvement, audit, education and the ongoing development of the district nursing team

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

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration in Adult Nursing
• Specialist Practitioner Qualification in District Nursing at Master's level or equivalent
• V300 Independent Prescribing qualification and advanced clinical assessment skills
• Demonstrable leadership and management experience within a community or primary care setting
• Evidence of continuous professional development and commitment to lifelong learning
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills with the ability to work autonomously and within a team
• IT skills and ability to use electronic patient record systems alongside a full driving licence and access to a vehicle

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

Joanne Harris, District Nurse Team Leader - [e-mail] - 07970241102

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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.

Armed Forces Covenant: 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.

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