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:
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Registered Nurse to join the citywide Dermatology Outpatients Department. You will work within busy dermatology services across Glasgow Royal Infirmary (GRI) and Stobhill Ambulatory Care Hospital (ACH), providing high-quality, person-centred care for patients with a wide range of dermatological conditions.
You will work closely with the nursing and multidisciplinary team within both consultant-led and nurse-led clinics. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated nurse wishing to develop specialist knowledge and skills within dermatology. While previous dermatology experience is desirable, full training and development will be provided to the successful candidate.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- This is a permanent post working either 36 hours or 26.67 hours per week.
- The shift pattern will be worked during core hours
- This post will be based at Glasgow Royal Infirmary
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Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.
Key responsibilities:
You will assist in the delivery of dermatology outpatient services across a range of clinics and treatment areas. Day-to-day duties will include supporting outpatient clinics and undertaking venepuncture as part of patient assessment and treatment.
You will also be involved in delivering phototherapy treatments, topical treatments and patch testing, as well as assisting during dermatological surgical sessions. Working collaboratively with the wider nursing and multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to ensuring a high standard of care is provided across both consultant-led and nurse-led services.
The role requires a commitment to delivering safe, effective and person-centred care while supporting patients throughout their dermatology treatment journey.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
Essential Requirements
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Registered Nurse qualification.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work effectively within a nursing and multidisciplinary team.
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Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
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Motivation and enthusiasm to develop specialist knowledge and skills within dermatology nursing.
Desirable Requirements
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Previous experience working within a dermatology setting.
Training and Development
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Full training and development will be provided.
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Opportunities to develop and enhance specialist dermatology knowledge and clinical skills.
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Ongoing support to enable the delivery of a high standard of care for patients with dermatological conditions.
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:
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A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
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Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
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Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
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Enhanced pay for working public holidays
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NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
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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:
Alex Eagleton Senior Charge Nurse on 0141 201 3867 or [email protected]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
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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.
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