Staff Nurse - Surgical

Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for these posts are - Rotational 12 hour shifts Day and night.

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

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

An exciting opportunity for a Band 5 registered nurse to join our enthusiastic surgical receiving nursing team in Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

Do you want to work in an interesting surgical ward environment where you can gain experience and skills in a variety of general surgical specialties? Do you have a particular interest in working a fast paced receiving unit?

Glasgow Royal Infirmary has two receiving wards. Ward 63 (30 beds) and Ward 64 (30 beds). We see patients direct from A&E and GP for assessment. The patient group present with a wide range of surgical conditions. You will be involved in planning and delivering safe nursing care to this group of patients.

Glasgow Royal Infirmary is a tertiary referral centre where you will encounter patients from surrounding health boards throughout Scotland. This patient population allow surgical wards in Glasgow Royal Infirmary provide the nursing team with diverse development prospects and this is an excellent opportunity to develop knowledge and skills. Surgical receiving will allow you to gain skills towards managing the unscheduled care target and safe and efficient flow of the patient journey.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside and be supported by experienced nurses, surgical nurse practitioners and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide essential nursing care.

This fast paced interesting environment creates an opportunity where you can feel proud to provide a high standard of care and this role is perfect for a motivated nurse with an interest in the surgical receiving.

Previous experience is advantageous and an interest in Surgical Receiving Nursing.

Informal contact
:
Alison White, SCN. Tel no . Email - alison.white8t

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

As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.

NHSGGC-NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

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