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:
In conjunction with the management team contribute to and deliver a comprehensive Primary Care nursing service in partnership with Mental Health and Addictions as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the prison setting. To operate as part of an extensive multi-disciplinary team, providing the role of the practitioner nurse is to undertake assessments, provide and evaluate a range of interventions, to meet prisoner healthcare needs and contribute to the wider continuous development of prison healthcare services. Demonstrate knowledge, skills and understanding of health issues and treatment options to provide clinical guidance to all staff on matters relating to health and wellbeing. The post holder carries continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards of care within a secure environment.
You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
This post is primarily based at HMP Low Moss however can be moved between the three prison sites if needed to meet exigencies of the service.
This is a full-time post.
The shift pattern for this post consists of long days 07:00 - 19:00, early shift 07:00 - 14:30, late shift 14:30 - 22:00 and weekend 08:00 - 17:00 every second weekend.
Key responsibilities:
* To be responsible for the management of a caseload acting as keyworker / case manager within the team for allocated clients, including those with complex health and social care needs. The post holder will carry out assessments of risks and coordinate care for those who require to be managed by the care programme approach.
* Contribute to the development, organisation, delivery, and evaluation of the mental health clinics and treatments within a prison setting.
* Responsible for liaising directly with all referrers including Procurator Fiscal, prisons, courts, consultant psychiatrist, multi-disciplinary teams, assessing individuals and preparing standardised documentation for appropriate agencies, demonstrating effective partnership working.
* To monitor the effectiveness of clinical interventions and report on any side effects and level of patient compliance. Monitor changes in the client’s health state, ensuring prompt and accurate communication with medical staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
* Develop and maintain good relationships with service users, carers, relatives and fellow health, SPS, social and welfare professionals both internal and external to the multidisciplinary team who are involved in care delivery.
* Empowering patients to take responsibility for their health, well being, recovery and future lifestyle.
* To conform to NMC professional codes of conduct thus safeguarding the interests and wellbeing of patients within their sphere of responsibility.
* To establish and participate in systems of practice support, caseload supervision and personal development plans for the nursing team.
* Maintain accurate up-to-date clinical records and care plans in accordance with NMC standards for records and record keeping, ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act.
* The post holder will be responsible for the utilisation of various clinical and environmental risk assessment tools in order to identify actual and potential risks and ensure implementation of appropriate interventions.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
* First Level Registered Nurse
* Educated to degree level or equivalent.
* Post registration experience working within a relevant clinical setting
* Awareness of professional and clinical accountability, legal issues, role limitations and boundaries and balancing duty of care and public safety issues.
* Literate in current IT techniques
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines
* Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
* It is desirable for the candidate to have knowledge of prison needs in relation to primary care, mental health and addiction support and an ability to work across these areas.
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
* 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:
Nurse Team, Carolann Mason, carolann.Mason@nhs.scot, 0141 762 9689
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
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.
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.
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