Overview
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
Working Hours
The service is open 12 hours per day from 0900‑2100 (with shifts 0900‑2130), 365 days a year. Please note the salary is pro rata for part‑time hours.
Role
The stand‑alone nurse‑led Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) provides emergency care to minor injury patients from age five and over. The department is staffed solely by Emergency Nurse Practitioners. The HCSW will work alongside this nurse‑led team to provide a high standard of care to this patient group. We are part of the North sector Emergency Care Complex, incorporating the Glasgow Royal Infirmary and the Gatehouse Minor Injury Unit.
Responsibilities
You will competently perform the necessary technical, invasive and physical aspects of patient care, including extended roles (ECG recording, venepuncture, cannulation as a minimum). You will also be required to perform minor injury treatments independently. Training will be provided as required.
Qualifications
Applicants should preferably have previous experience working in an Emergency Department or equivalent acute experience.
Informal Contact
Laura Ann Orr, LSCN (Interim) – 0141 355 1544 or Lauraann.Orr@nhs.scot
Recruitment and Application
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates. This post may close early to the volume of responses. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
Inclusion and Equality
NHSGGC‑NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
Armed Forces Covenant
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
Work‑Life Balance
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 the tenure is listed as ‘various’, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. This will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Policies
Relevant HR policies are available on the HR connect site.
Application Integrity
Candidates must provide original and authentic responses to all application questions. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third‑party assistance to generate, draft or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work. Failure to comply may result in withdrawal from the application process.
Support
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