Staff Nurse - Ward 3B

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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 paediatric staff nurse to join the team in RHC ward 3b on a full time basis. Ward 3b is a 24 bed unit with a large speciality group including surgical and gastroenterology patients. There is a vast amount of learning opportunities within the unit and a great team of nursing staff to support the successful candidate in their role. The candidate must have a valid/Live NMC pin and be paediatric trained. They should have good communication skills and work well in the MDT team.

Role

Care will be provided within a clinical setting to patients with a range of dependency levels. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care within a supportive environment that meets the identified physical, psychological and social needs of patients. A family centred approach to care will be maintained at all times.

Duration, Location and Working Pattern

This is a full time permanent post.

Royal Hospital for Children.

The shift pattern will be worked over rotational, days/nights, 7 day cover.

Key Responsibilities

The post holder will provide a high standard of nursing care within the clinical area, ensuring that patient needs are assessed and that care is planned, implemented and evaluated in partnership with patients and carers. They will be responsible for maintaining patient records to the required standards, ensuring high quality documentation within their area of responsibility. The role contributes to the development of programmes of care and involves providing guidance to junior staff when managing more complex patient groups.

The post holder will delegate tasks appropriately, taking account of staff capability and skill mix, and will ensure that care is individualised to meet the spiritual and cultural needs of the child and family. They will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to support shared objectives and promote best practice. The role also supports effective communication and collaboration between hospital and community services to ensure seamless, patient centred care for the child and family.

Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required

It is essential that you are a registered nurse.

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. 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

Flexible Working

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.

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.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NHSGGC 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.

Armed Forces Covenant

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.

Equal Opportunities Statement

NHSGGC recognises that it has an obligation to widen participation and is actively pursuing this. All members of the workforce are expected to promote a culture of inclusion and diversity, with attention to opportunities for historically disadvantaged groups, age, disability, gender identity, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.