Staff Nurse

Job Description

About the Organisation

Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSD Scotland) has joined NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) and NHS Education for Scotland (NES) to form a new organisation. PSD Scotland unites expertise from NES and NSS to accelerate national programmes and support the NHS in delivering better care now and in the future. We support staff with education and training, provide tools and data that improve services, and run vital national functions such as procurement, logistics and blood, tissue and cell services.

The Post

In this role you will support the effective management and smooth delivery of whole blood, platelet and plasma collection sessions, ensuring every donor feels welcomed, comfortable and valued. During whole blood sessions your responsibilities will include venepuncture and medical selection. Within apheresis services you will assess donor suitability for platelet and plasma donation, including evaluation of venous access and predicted platelet yield.

Additional responsibilities include facilitating the set up of community donation sessions, which may involve manual handling of equipment cages or trolleys of up to 60kg, performed safely with a colleague and without mechanical aid. Full training will be provided to support all aspects of the role.

Requirements for the post include a current National Medical Care (NMC) registration, a PVG Scheme check and, if you have lived or worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding five years, a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.

The Candidate

A motivated and forward thinking nurse who thrives in a team environment is sought. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, and a keen interest in training and quality assurance. Flexibility to work variable hours, including Sundays, late evenings, weekends and public holidays, is essential.

Location and Working Pattern

The role is based in Glasgow as part of the Donor Services Blood Collection Team and involves regular travel across the West of Scotland. Working hours are flexible to meet service needs, including evenings, weekends, Sundays and public holidays.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes a pension scheme, a comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.

Inclusion

PSD Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and an accredited Disability Confident Leader. We are committed to an inclusive workplace, offering flexible working and a fully accessible recruitment process. Reasonable adjustments can be requested by contacting the Recruitment Team at .

Further Information

For an informal discussion on the post, please email .

Closing Date

Closing date for completed applications is 30th June 2026.