NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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.
This is a full time (37) permanent post, hours will be flexible to meet the service requirements. The Discharge Lounge is open from 0800hrs – 2000hrs Monday to Friday including Public Holidays. This is a board wide post working between several Discharge Lounges.
We are seeking a highly motivated person to be part of Discharge lounge team. The Discharge Lounge Service provides a safe comfortable waiting area for patients who are medically stable, awaiting discharge or transfer. The service allows optimum utilisation of beds without detrimental effects to patient care. The patients are cared for by Registered Nurses and a Health Care Support Worker. All nursing care required is provided for the patient during their stay.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a busy environment are essential. Applicants should be 1st Level Registered Adult Nurse with at least 3 years post registration experience. Acute experience essential.
Please contact Annette Cunningham Senior Charge Nurse for more information on /
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