Staff Nurse - Initial Assessment Unit

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27+ days annual leave

Learning & development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

NHSGGC in Glasgow is seeking Band 5 Registered Nurses to join the Initial Assessment Unit at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. You will assess, deliver and supervise care for patients presenting with acute medical and surgical needs, delivering evidence-based nursing care in a fast-paced setting.

The post supports ongoing professional development, with access to Clinical Nurse Educator teams and extensive learning opportunities. A live NMC PIN is required.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration and live PIN.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Experience working in a busy multidisciplinary clinical environment.
• Ability to manage priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and evaluate programmes of care for patients with acute medical/surgical needs.
• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care addressing physical, psychological, and social needs.
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff, students and support workers.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate investigations, treatment, transfer or discharge.
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with legal and organisational requirements.
• Lead a designated area and coordinate nursing care when required.
• Contribute to education, quality improvement, and development of nursing practice.

Skills

NMC PIN

Ward experience

Clinical assessment

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

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:

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

We have the opportunity for Band 5 Registered Nurses to join our enthusiastic forward thinking teams within the Initial Assessment Unit, (IAU), in the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. As part of this team, you will have responsibility for assessment, delivery and supervision of all care needs within the initial assessment environment. You will possess sound clinical skills for the assessment of patient's needs, implementation and evaluation of care which is evidence based. You will have the ability to work to high clinical standards in this fast‑paced environment. The successful applicants requires to be flexible, forward thinking and able to work effectively within a changing and dynamic environment. The successful candidates should possess excellent communication skills and decision‑making skills with evidence of ongoing professional development. This position offers ample opportunities for education and career development. IAU is supported by its own dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator team, and we are passionate about supporting the wellbeing and development of our team.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and during the pre‑employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Please see below for more details:

Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Monday to Sunday, Day shift/Twilight shift/Night Shift
• Permanent, full-time

Key responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care for patients presenting with acute medical and surgical conditions
• Deliver safe, effective and evidence-based nursing care that meets patients' physical, psychological and social needs
• Provide clinical guidance and support to junior staff, students and support workers within the department
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate timely investigation, treatment, transfer or discharge of patients
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with professional, legal and organisational requirements
• Take responsibility for leading a designated area and coordinating nursing care within the department when required
• Contribute to education, quality improvement, audit and the ongoing development of nursing practice within the service

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

• Registered General Nurse qualification with current NMC registration and live PIN
• Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to lifelong learning
• Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a busy clinical environment
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and make sound clinical judgements
• Flexible and dependable approach with the ability to adapt to changing service needs and work across NHSGGC sites when required
• Previous NHS or healthcare experience within a ward environment would be advantageous

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

Information for candidates

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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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.

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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