Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank) inGlasgow inGlasgow PUBLISHED MON 28 OCT 2024

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The role of Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank) at Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital involves providing high-quality patient care on a flexible, ad-hoc basis suitable for both the hospital's needs and the nurse's availability. The position requires a motivated and communicative individual who is a registered nurse with relevant qualifications and post-registration experience. Nurses will work in a consultant-led ward, collaborating with a close-knit team and other practitioners to ensure comprehensive patient care while gaining exposure to new practices and equipment.

Nuffield Health is dedicated to promoting health and wellbeing, offering competitive rates starting at £20 per hour, with additional benefits such as holiday entitlement, pension scheme access, and gym membership discounts. The organisation prides itself on its commitment to empathy and top-notch service, specifically focusing on specialties like orthopaedics, spinal surgery, and cosmetic treatments, and is looking for passionate professionals to join its team.

Staff Nurse - Ward Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital | Bank Contract | Includes weekend work £20 Per Hour depending on experience

Be flexible, motivated, an excellent communicator and team worker. Join a close-knit team headed by our matron on our consultant-led ward. Fully understand and pay close attention to each patient's needs. Work directly with some of the best clinical talent around. Gain valuable experience of new practices, equipment and facilities. Collaborate with practitioners across other departments to ensure continuity in patient care.

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Staff Nurse - Ward Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital | Bank Contract | Includes weekend work £20 Per Hour depending on experience Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. Nuffield Health is the charity that's building a healthier nation, one day at a time. From award-winning hospitals and leisure facilities to flagship community programmes - we'll do whatever it takes to look after the UK's wellbeing. It starts with passion and commitment to quality. It starts with you. As a Staff Nurse on the Ward at our Glasgow Hospital you'll drive the standard in patient care. You're registered with the appropriate governing body, plus you bring the qualifications and experience that are relevant to your registration, including NMC. You also have post-registration experience. As a Ward Staff Nurse, you will:
Be flexible, motivated, an excellent communicator and team worker
Join a close-knit team headed by our matron on our consultant-led ward
Fully understand and pay close attention to each patient's needs
Work directly with some of the best clinical talent around
Gain valuable experience of new practices, equipment and facilities
Collaborate with practitioners across other departments to ensure continuity in patient care
Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month About Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital where we deliver outstanding healthcare with compassion and respect, to promote health and wellbeing for the residents of Glasgow and the surrounding areas. We partner with industry leading consultants to offer a vast array of services for preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of conditions. We have a special focus in the areas of orthopaedics, spinal surgery, ophthalmology, weight loss surgery and cosmetic treatment. We are a not for profit organisation enabling all profits to be reinvested to improve the patient journey. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. We pride ourselves on delivering patient care of the highest standard. That's why we are looking for the very best healthcare professionals to join our team. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.

2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.

Clinical Skills:

1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.

2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.

3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.

4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.

6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).

Soft Skills:

1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.

5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.

2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.

3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).

Continuing Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.

Employment Considerations:

1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.

2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.