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. 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.

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic band 5 Registered Nurse to join our passionate and dedicated surgical nursing team. This will be based in ward 29, a 24‑bedded ward within the Royal Alexandra Hospital.

• Assess, deliver and supervise all care needs within the ward environment.
• Possess sound clinical skills for patient assessment, 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 skills and knowledge across a diverse range of surgical patients and support learning and education development, whether newly qualified or new to the ward.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, develop and implement care programmes to ensure high‑quality care.
• Work independently with initiative while being part of the integrated team, within a flexible shift pattern of day and night rotations and weekend working.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and sound decision‑making, supported by evidence of ongoing professional development.

• Currently a Registered Nurse with the National Medicines Council (NMC).
• Live NMC UK PIN required to be considered for the post.
• Band 5 experience or equivalent and a sound clinical skill set.

Informal contact:
John McKay, Senior Charge Nurse – 0141 314 7029 or email John McKay t.

Recruitment process and contact details:
Information for candidates – details available on the Recruitment Service. This post may close early due to volume of responses; please submit your application as soon as possible.

We will not be able to provide short‑listing feedback due to the volume of applications we receive.

NHSGGC‑NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community and promotes a culture of inclusion. We are proud of our diverse workforce.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC pledges its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during recruitment and selection.

NHSGGC recognises the importance of work‑life balance and offers flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles with less than full‑time hours, flexibility is encouraged and discussed during recruitment.

Relevant HR policies are available on the HR Connect site.

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