Staff Nurse - Surgery

Staff Nurse - Surgery

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this post is 37 hours per week, consisting of days, nights and weekends. Effective 1 April 2026, the full‑time working hours for all Agenda for Change posts will be reduced to 36 hours.

• Assessment, delivery and supervision of all care needs within the ward environment.
• Use sound clinical skills for assessment of patient’s needs, implementation and evaluation of evidence‑based care.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment to a high clinical standard, being forward‑thinking, flexible and able to work effectively within a changing and dynamic environment.
• Expand your skills and knowledge across a diverse range of surgical patients, with guidance and support whether newly qualified or new to the ward/department.
• Develop and implement a programme of care, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality care to patients within the ward environment.
• Work within a flexible shift pattern of both day and night rotations and weekend working, working independently and as part of an integrated team.
• Possess excellent communication skills and decision making with evidence of ongoing professional development.

• Currently a Registered Nurse with the NMC.
• Live NMC UK pin required.

Informal contact:
John McKay, Senior Charge Nurse, 0141 314 7029 or email John Mc Kayt

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:
Information for candidates. This post may close early; please submit your application form as soon as possible.

Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

NHSGGC-NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant
, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.

NHSGGC recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow.

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third‑party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies.

Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

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