Staff Nurse – Endoscopy

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse within the Endoscopy Unit at Inverclyde Royal Hospital, a purpose built department equipped with state of the art facilities. Demand for endoscopic procedures continues to grow year on year, creating an exciting, busy and often challenging environment. You will be fully supported in your professional development while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post. This post is not eligible for sponsorship in line with current Home Office requirements.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• This is a part time post for 12 hours per week
• The post is based within the Endoscopy Unit at Inverclyde Royal Hospital.
• You will be required to demonstrate flexibility, working within a service that currently operates over a five day week. There is also an expectation to engage in multi site working across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, where necessary to meet service needs.
• Please note that the salary is pro rata for part time hours.

Key responsibilities

• As part of the multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for pre assessment and the provision of care to patients attending for both day case and inpatient endoscopy procedures.
• This includes assessing patients and delivering a high standard of nursing care through to discharge.
• The role also involves developing skills to assist Medical and Nurse Endoscopists within the scope rooms.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required

• Registered Adult Nurse with the ability to fulfil the criteria outlined in the job description.
• Previous experience within the endoscopy or day surgery environment would be a definite advantage.
• You will receive ongoing support to develop your skills and knowledge within this specialist area.

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

Equality, diversity and inclusion

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.

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