Staff Nurse - Coronary Care Unit

The role

Applications are invited from Registered Nurses trained in general nursing or adult nursing of the NMC Register to join our enthusiastic and innovative team within the NHS GG&C, QEUH, Coronary Care Unit. The Coronary Care Unit (CCU) provides care for patients requiring a higher level of care relating to complex acute heart‑related illnesses for example Myocardial Infarction, invasive and/or non invasive monitoring.

We are seeking motivated individuals who strive to deliver patient centred care to a high standard. As well as having current NMC registration it is also essential you have evidence of professional development, basic IT skills, good communication skills and enthusiasm for working in a Coronary Care environment.

As part of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde's pre‑employment checking for all appointed candidates evidence of current NMC registration will be required prior to start date.

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

• Location based in Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Permanent Contract
• Full‑time position (37 hours per week)
• Shift pattern for this post are rotational 12 hour shifts day and nights available Monday to Sunday.

The post‑holder will be responsible for:

• 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.

• 1st / 2nd Level Registered Nurse.
• Must have a valid live NMC PIN
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description

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

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Debbie Watson, Senior Charge Nurse, On  or email De

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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