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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

Applicants must be able to work in any of the three sites. The role involves providing care to patients with a wide range of mental health conditions, including care for adults and older adults as part of the multidisciplinary team. Knowledge and experience of working with people with mental health illnesses is required. It is essential that the candidate is a NMC registered nurse and has a PVG Scheme Membership/Disclosure Scotland checks. The position is full time 36 hours per week, though part time hours will be considered. The shift pattern is rotational, currently working long days from 07.00 am to 19.30 pm. Our night duty starts at 19.00 until 07.30 am. Candidates must have an active NMC pin and at least 6 months experience as a band 5.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

- Location based in Dykebar Hospital, Royal Alexandra Hospital & Leverndale Hospital. The base will initially be in one of these sites, though rotation to another site may be required.
- Permanent Contract
- Full‑time position (36 hours per week)
- Shift pattern: long days from 07.00 to 19.30 and night shift from 19.00 to 07.30, 3×3 shifts per week with 1 week of 4 shifts within an 8‑week period. This will be reviewed again during 2025 for a further decrease in hours in 2026.

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.

Key Responsibilities

- Functioning as Named Nurse within a multi‑disciplinary team, to a defined patient group
- Undertaking the nursing process regarding assessment of care needs, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.
- Carrying out risk assessment, contributing to risk management planning in consultation with the multi‑disciplinary team in compliance with NHSGGC policy and procedures




- Carrying out all relevant forms of nursing care pertinent to the individual needs of people within the defined patient group
- Identifying and responding to the health promotion needs of patients focusing on improving the mental well‑being of patients
- Identifying and responding to the health promotion needs of patients focusing on improving the physical health of patients
- Identifying and responding to the needs of patients which might be related to vulnerability, gender health, domestic abuse, child protection and/or self‑harm
- Working within agreed competency‑based parameters to undertake evidence‑based psychological therapies/psychological approaches to care with individuals and/or group settings where required.
- Work in partnership with patients and carers using values‑based practice to formulate and deliver person‑centred care promoting and supporting mental well‑being and prevention of relapse
- Ensuring that professional practice (and that of others including Healthcare Support Workers to whom duties have been delegated) adheres with NMC The Code when exercising any function in relation to legislation and have regard to the principles of the Acts (Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003; Adults with Incapacity 2000 (AWI); Adult Support and Protection 2007 (ASP); Children & Young Peoples 2014 (CYPA) Acts).
- Supporting the Senior Charge Nurse by participating in the maintenance of a robust clinical governance of the ward/department. This typically includes maintaining: effective communication & effective leadership: policy, procedural and standards compliance; participating in clinical audit/research activity; application of evidence‑based practice; supporting a culture of learning and innovation and implementing strategies to maintain safety/minimising risk of untoward clinical incidents.
- Please refer to the and person specification for further details.

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

Essential





- Registered Mental Health Nurse – Level 1 NMC registration
- Educated to or actively working towards minimum degree level or equivalent experience
- Working knowledge and application of mental health nursing care including physical healthcare
- Evidence of active and ongoing CPD
- Evidence of clinical supervision / reflective practice
- Working knowledge of mental health / mental illness / wellness and recovery
- Working knowledge of rights, values‑based practice and legislation frameworks
- Evidence of using digital technology / information systems / email and basic applications

Desirable

- Completion of an evidence‑based psychological therapies / psychological approaches to care programme
- Completion of a mentor preparation programme / registered mentor
- Post Registration Career Development Framework evidence of pillars of practice at Level 5 (or equivalent), including:
- Clinical practice – safe, effective, person‑centred care
- Facilitation of learning
- Leadership – applied
- Research and development

- Experience of working in an inpatient environment

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

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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