Overview
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 NHSGGC for a Band 5 Staff Nurse with relevant experience, preferably within a theatre, surgical or anaesthetic environment, to join the Nurse Led Pre-Operative Assessment Team within the North Sector. In this role, you will be actively involved in the provision of direct patient care for a designated patient group requiring pre-operative assessment prior to surgery and/or anaesthesia. You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
This is a full-time post working 36 hours, these hours will be worked over 08:00 to 18:00
You will be based within Stobhill ACH
Key Responsibilities
You will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care by competently undertaking the necessary administrative, technical, invasive and physical aspects of pre-operative assessment.
You will ensure effective support is provided to patients and the wider service, maintaining an acceptable standard of care at all times. You will also contribute to maintaining a safe environment for the treatment of patients and the protection of staff, in line with Divisional policies.
Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience
Registered Nurses on the NMC Register (Part 1 & 2)
Relevant post-registration experience
Relevant Surgical / Anaesthetic / Theatre nursing experience
Team Leadership / Management Experience
Evidence of continued professional development
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
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion
Elizabeth Smith - Senior Charge Nurse on 0141 355 1305 or Elizabeth.Smith25@nhs.scot
Information for Candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
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