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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 Medical services at the QEUH for a highly motivated Charge Nurse to provide leadership and ensure that high quality, safe, effective, person centred care in one of our Acute Respiratory wards, which specialises in Cystic Fibrosis and Pulmonary Hypertension. In addition to the above they also support patients with wide ranges of Respiratory disorders and Lung cancer.

On a daily basis you will be expected to lead the wider team supporting effective care planning and safe discharge. You will ensure appropriate learning opportunities are available for all staff, encouraging best practice to deliver a high quality of patient care at all times in line with NHS GGC Care Assurance Standards. You will be responsible to the Senior Charge Nurse for clinical guidance & professional management. As Charge Nurse the candidate will have responsibility for the management of the ward and delivery of care assurance standards in the absence of the Senior Charge Nurse. You will demonstrate that you have effective leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Evidence of personal development will be expected with a willingness to contribute to education and audit at ward level. A good understanding and knowledge of policy, procedures and local/national priorities will be required to support the team.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

These are permanent, full-time posts of 36 hours per week.

This post is based at Ward 7D, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

The shift pattern is Monday to Sunday, shift work.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the support and management of nursing staff within the ward/department ensuring that patient needs are assessed, care planned, implemented and evaluated, and that there is consultation and involvement of patient/carers/relatives.
• Support the ward sister / charge nurse to exercise effective management of the ward/department, optimising the use of human resources, and rostering to reflect activity requirements.
• Ensure effective management, security and safety of resources including supplies, pharmacy and equipment.
• Adhere to the organisation’s standing financial instructions o Provide leadership, guidance and support to staff and assist the ward sister / charge nurse in his / her responsibility for ensuring their supervision, training and education.
• Be responsible for the supervision of junior staff and assist with the clinical teaching of student nurses, qualified nurses and post-registration nurses undergoing specialised qualification.
• Consult with medical staff in identifying and solving problems in patient care.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Registered Nurses on the NMC Register (Part 1 & 12)
• Significant post registration experience.
• Relevant managerial and clinical skills.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Educated to, or working towards degree level or equivalent level of experience

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, please contact:

Karen Neill, SCN, 0141 4512568, Karen.Neil@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

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