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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced NMC-registered nurse to join the Ophthalmology Outpatient Department at Gartnavel General Hospital. Working as part of the ophthalmology team, the successful candidate will support the Senior Charge Nurse (SCN), deputise in their absence when required, and play a key role in the effective management and delivery of outpatient services.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa

Permanent, full-time 36 hours per week

Shift pattern: Monday - Saturday

Gartnavel General Hospital

Support the Senior Charge Nurse in the day-to-day management of the department.

Help ensure the smooth and efficient running of a large, busy outpatient department.

Manage and supervise a team of registered nurses and healthcare support workers.

Contribute to all aspects of outpatient ophthalmology care.

Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.

Essential ophthalmology experience and knowledge.

Proven leadership and team management experience.

Flexible, adaptable and able to respond to changing service needs.

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.

A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance advantages

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

Fiona Wallace, senior charge nurse - [HIDDEN TEXT] - 0141 211 1033/0178

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