Community Nurse; District Nursing

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 of community staff nurse will be responsible for the support and management of a caseload of community patients, working in partnership with the District Nurse to assist leading and managing a team of qualified nursing staff and health support workers. You will function as an independent autonomous practitioner by virtue of in‑depth knowledge, expertise, proficiency and experience to provide a high quality nursing service.

You will be responsible and accountable for the ongoing management of patients to ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. These will be developed in partnership with patients, family, carers and significant others, and will be evidence based taking into consideration lifestyle, race, gender, cultural background and factors that impact physical, mental or emotional health.

It is essential that you are currently a Registered Nurse with the NMC PIN up to date.

This post requires membership of Disclosure Scotland's PVG.

• Full‑time and part‑time positions available
• Shift pattern Monday to Sunday, may include public holidays and out of office hours
• Based in the North West District Nursing Service
• Salary is proportional for part‑time hours

• Assess, plan and implement programmes of care as directed by district nursing sister/charge nurse, developed in partnership with patients, family, carers and significant others, and evidence based taking into consideration lifestyle, race, gender, cultural background and factors that impact physical, mental or emotional health.
• Assume the responsibility of the caseload holder during short periods of sickness, absence and annual leave, seeking support from senior members of the district nursing team as required.
• Familiarise with and ensure implementation of local, regional and national policies, procedures and guidelines pertinent to your area.
• Practice within the legal and ethical framework established by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and national legislation to ensure the patients’ interests and wellbeing are met.
• Maintain accurate up‑to‑date clinical records and care plans in accordance with NMC standards and comply with the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act.
• Support patients, families and carers to achieve optimum health and independence as a member of the district nursing team.
• Plan and prioritise workload, delegate using available resources and make decisions to ensure patients’ needs are met.

• 1st Level Registration or 2nd Level Registration
• Minimum of 2 years post‑registration experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• IT skills – word processing, e‑mail, internet
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Leadership skills
• Problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Previous experience in primary care/community setting

• Full driving licence

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:

• Minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• 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…