Staff Nurse /ODP

Job Description

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

We are looking to recruit a band 5 registered nurse into the Vale of Leven Surgical day bed unit within the day surgery theatre complex at the Vale of Leven.

The successful candidate will join a well established professional team, providing patient centred care to those accessing the same day surgical unit. The unit comprises an admission and discharge suite, a theatre complex and an endoscopy unit and successful candidates will be expected to work fluidly throughout this service. The department benefits from an education team who can provide support and guidance, as whilst previous experience within a similar setting is advantageous this is not essential as full training will be provided.

You will hold a valid NMC pin, and be able to demonstrate continuing professional development.

The unit works on a Monday to Friday basis with closing hours of 20:00.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Location based in Vale of Leven Hospital (Surgery Unit / SDBU)
• Permanent Contract
• Full time post (37 hours per week)
• Shift Pattern for this post are

Key responsibilities

• To assess patient needs, plan/implement and evaluate a programme of person centred care which is evidence based utilising all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure 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 Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and well being are met.
• Work within the National Health Service (NHS), NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde and Health & Safety Executive (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; thereby ensuring patients have the relevant information to participate in decisions about their care.
• Contribute to the provision of an appropriate learning environment in line with NES Quality Placement Standards.
• Complete clinical appraisal of pre registration nurses and health care support staff.
• Participate in performance appraisal in line with policy.

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

• First/Second Level Registered Nurse / ODP with the ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description.

What we offer

• 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

Christine Kilday, SCN, On or email

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

This post may close early due to the volume of response. 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.

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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 rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer by signing the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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