Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology

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.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Band 5 NMC Registered Nurse within the Ophthalmology outpatient department in Gartnavel General Hospital. The successful candidate will work as part of the Ophthalmology team of experienced RN’s and HCSW’s. You will have the responsibility of assessment delivery and supervision of all care needs within an outpatient setting.

You will work within a busy clinical area, working collaboratively with both nursing and medical teams. You will deliver a high standard of evidence‑based care utilising your clinical skills to assess patient needs, implement and evaluate care. Flexible, forward thinking, and able to work effectively within a changing and dynamic environment is essential. Excellent communication and sound decision‑making skills with evidence of ongoing professional development are required.

Experience and interest within the specialty is essential. If you have the desired skills and motivation to successfully fulfil this position, we welcome your application.

• Location based in Gartnavel General Hospital
• Permanent Contract
• Full‑time position (36 hours per week)
• Shift pattern: dayshift – Monday to Saturday

• Provide assessment of patient needs, implementation and evaluation of evidence‑based programmes of care, taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background, and ensuring involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others.
• Maintain patient records in line with NMC guidelines for records and record keeping.
• Practice within the legal & ethical framework as established by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and national legislation to ensure patient interests and well‑being are met.
• Work within NHS, NHS Greater Glasgow and HSE legislation, policy, guidelines and procedures.
• Empower patients to take responsibility for their health, well‑being and future lifestyle by practising in an open, transparent and inclusive manner, ensuring patients have relevant information to participate in decisions about their care.
• Ensure completion of clinical appraisals for pre and post registration nurses.
• Demonstrate own professional development.
• Identify research/clinical audit priorities in conjunction with relevant professional groups.
• Lead the development of the research/clinical audit plan for the ward/department.
• Refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

• First level Registered Nurse
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description
• Ophthalmology experience desirable

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.

• 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

From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part‑time working hours will be reduced on a pro‑rated basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

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