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
The Gastroenterology service, Clyde Sector of NHS GGC, is recruiting a Band 6 for 30 hours per week as an IBD Clinical Nurse Specialist. The post holder will be based at IRH & RAH sites, whilst providing and contributing to the development of the existing IBD and Gastroenterology Service which encompasses all three Clyde hospitals.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
* The shift pattern is 8:30 AM‑4:30 PM, consisting of 30 hours per week.
* This post will be based within Royal Alexandra Hospital and will require working at Inverclyde Royal Hospital.
* You must have a live NMC UK pin.
* Salary is pro‑rata for part‑time hours.
Key responsibilities
* Deliver nurse‑led clinics to provide patient education, treatment and support.
* Develop skills in clinical assessment and triage.
* Maintain and develop relationships with a wide range of internal and external contacts.
* Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and staff training.
* Focus on treatment response, advanced therapy education & screening, IBD‑related cancer surveillance and managing disease relapses.
* Work with patients’ relatives and primary care teams to promote early recognition of disease relapse and prevent unnecessary admissions.
Full induction, training and ongoing professional development will be facilitated by the existing team.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required
* First‑level registered nurse with current NMC registration and a minimum of 5 years post‑registration experience.
* Significant experience in a gastroenterology or medical setting.
* Certificate in intravenous cannulation, intravenous drug administration and venepuncture.
* Degree educated.
* IT competency desirable.
* Evidence of working at an advanced practice level.
* NMC qualification as a non‑medical prescriber.
What we offer
* 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.
Equal Opportunities
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces community and are proud of our diverse workforce.
Flexible Working and Work‑Life Balance
NHSGGC recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering flexible working options where service needs allow. Flexible working will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Armed Forces Covenant
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces‑Friendly Employer. We recognize military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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