Staff Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Paisley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK healthcare trust is looking for a Registered Adult Nurse to work in their trauma assessment unit. The role involves assessing patients and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team. New shift patterns are flexible, and training for additional skills will be provided. This position offers the chance to enhance your expertise and make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Training for casting skills and specialist splints will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the general assessment of trauma patients.
• Work closely with Trauma Liaison and orthopaedic Flow Co‑ordinator.
• Support patients in a multidisciplinary environment.

Skills

Registered Adult Nurse

Collaboration

Patient assessment

Venepuncture

Cannulation

Education

Current NMC registration

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

Shift Pattern

Our standard shift pattern is 12‑hour shifts over 7 days, including public holidays and weekends, with new shift patterns to cover TAU from 08.00 AM – 12.00 AM. We are able to offer flexible shift patterns out with the standard 12‑hour rota. Please contact us to discuss any requirements to provide you with a supportive work‑life balance.

About the Role

TAU consists of a 9‑bedded unit which accepts trauma patients from ED, GP referrals and wider trauma network including inter‑hospital transfers. You will be responsible for the general assessment of patients and work closely with Trauma Liaison and our orthopaedic Flow Co‑ordinator. Training will be provided to develop casting skills and specialist splints applications for a wide range of trauma and orthopaedic conditions. We are increasing opening times of RAH TAU from 08.00 AM – 12.00 AM; these posts will staff the department over these new times. You will have the opportunity to work with innovative team members within multidisciplinary environments, working collaboratively across the unit. You will be supported, encouraged and appreciated within your role. There will be opportunities for enhancing your skills, venepuncture, cannulation through additional training and development which we offer and encourage. This is supported by our Nurse Educator who will support you while you settle into your new environment.

Required Qualifications

It is essential you are a Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration.

Informal Contact

Tony Cassidy – 4354 4400, [e-mail]

Recruitment Process

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates.

Application Notes

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde – NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

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