Staff Nurse – Critical Care

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:

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

The purpose of this role is to work within the nursing and multi-professional team to ensure a high standard of care to dependant or highly dependent patients with one of more organ failure requiring organ support, specialist care pathways and closer nursing observation. You will competently perform the necessary technical, invasive & physical aspects of care for this defined patient group.

Critical Care Clyde consists of :

• RAH: 7 bedded Adult general ICU and a separate 12 bedded mixed medical and surgical HDU.
• ICU RAH is unique within GGC as it admits paediatric patients requiring intensive care for stabilisation before being transferred to a children’s hospital.
• HDU RAH is unique within GGC that it is a mixed surgical and medical unit.
• J Centre IRH: 2 bedded Adult general ICU, 4 bedded HDU and 11 bedded CCU within the one unit.
• J Centre is also unique within GGC as it has ICU, HDU and CCU within the one unit.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• This is an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses to work in our dynamic and fast paced Critical Care area in the Royal Alexandra Hospital
• There are 3 full-time, 37hours posts available
• There is also a part-time 34.5hours post
• The shift pattern for these posts is on a rotational day & night basis
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours
• Please outline which one you are applying to in your application

Key responsibilities:

• To assess patient needs, plan/implement and evaluate a programme of 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 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.Contribute to the clinical appraisal of pre registration nurses
• Demonstrate own professional development
• The postholder is required to progress through a critical care competency based preceptorship programme to facilitate knowledge and skills development
• Support the implementation of research and clinical audit where appropriate
• Use of patient data management system
• Organise own time and that of junior staff and learners
• Ensures effective day-to-day management of other resources including stores supplies pharmacy and maintenance of equipment

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

• 1st / 2nd Level Registered Nurse.
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description

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.

• 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:
Internal Senior Charge Nurse, Carrie McKay

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 (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.

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