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:
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking an experienced and motivated Nurse Practitioner to join our Plastics and Burns, Trauma and Related Services team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work autonomously within a highly skilled multidisciplinary environment, delivering expert, evidence‑based care to a defined patient group. You will play a key role in advanced clinical assessment, decision‑making and treatment planning while supporting service development and innovation. NHSGGC is committed to investing in its workforce and supports development through education, mentorship and structured career pathways. Applicants who do not yet fully meet the requirements of the role may be considered under Annex 21, with appropriate training and support to progress to the full role. You will be part of Scotland’s largest health board, making a real difference to patient care and outcomes.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Glasgow Royal Infirmary
- Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00
Key responsibilities:
- Assess and manage the clinical and nursing needs of patients within the specialist service
- Undertake advanced clinical assessments and make diagnostic decisions based on clinical findings and investigations
- Develop and deliver individualised care plans including nursing and medical management
- Prescribe and administer appropriate treatments within scope of practice
- Perform invasive and non‑invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures relevant to the role
- Work autonomously while contributing effectively to the multidisciplinary team
- Act as a role model, supporting education, audit, research and service development
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- First Level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Minimum of five years post‑registration nursing experience
- Relevant post‑registration experience supported by degree‑level study or equivalent
- Completion or commitment to an agreed Nurse Practitioner development pathway
- Demonstrable expertise in clinical assessment and decision‑making within a specialist setting
- Experience of working autonomously while maintaining strong multidisciplinary collaboration
- Commitment to continuing professional development and evidence‑based practice
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
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Senior Charge Nurse, Sharon Doherty, sharon.doherty6@nhs.scot, 0141 201 3990
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (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.
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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