Staff Nurse - Neurosurgery

Nhs Greater Glasgow And Clyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Study bursaries

Generous annual leave

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Staff Nurse to join the Neurosurgery team at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. You will work across Ward 65 with 12-hour day and night shifts on a 36-hour week.

You must be an NMC-registered nurse with relevant clinical experience and a commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care. The post offers permanent status, a Band 5 salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (RN1/RNA).
• Relevant clinical nursing experience.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' care needs and develop, implement and evaluate care plans.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure effective ward operation.
• Communicate with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Education

NMC registration (RN1/RNA)

Job description

Staff Nurse - Neurosurgery

Job reference: 262727
Salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Job closing date: 08/11/2026
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36 Hours
Job posted date: 22/10/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Department: Neurosurgery

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Neurosurgery team within Ward 65 at the Institute of Neurological Sciences, based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The Department of Neurosurgery delivers pioneering procedures and specialist care as part of the Regional Services for the West of Scotland. We are seeking enthusiastic and dynamic Registered Nurses to join our team, caring for patients across three 22-bedded wards that provide emergency and elective neurosurgical and spinal care, as well as step-down care for patients transferring from HDU and ITU.

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.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Permanent Role
• Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• 36 Hours Per Week (12 Hour Shifts, Monday - Sunday, Days and Nights)

Key responsibilities

As part of the multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for assessing patients' care needs and developing, implementing and evaluating individual programmes of care to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient-centred care. You will maintain effective communication with patients, families and the wider multidisciplinary team, contribute to the safe and effective operation of the ward, and provide support and mentorship to less experienced staff and students. The role also involves maintaining accurate patient records, managing resources efficiently, adhering to clinical policies and procedures, and continually developing your practice through evidence-based care and professional development. In the absence of the Ward Manager or Deputy, you may be required to provide operational support to ensure the effective running of the ward.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (RN1/RNA).
• Relevant clinical nursing experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of the needs of neurosurgical patients or a willingness to develop specialist knowledge.
• Experience in neurosurgical nursing is desirable but not essential.
• Supported by a dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator for Neurosciences.
• Opportunity to complete an in-house competency-based training programme.
• Access to university-accredited courses and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Ability to work effectively within established clinical policies, procedures and protocols.

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

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.