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 exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, competent and motivated Band 6 Charge Nurse to join our Orthopaedic clinic team. The post holder will provide clinical and professional leadership, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care across orthopaedic clinic settings.
You will supervise and support staff, contribute to service improvement, and work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent patient outcomes. This role is ideal for an experienced nurse looking to further develop leadership skills within a busy, progressive Orthopaedic service.
You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Location based in Glasgow Royal Infirmary
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Permanent Contract
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Full-time position (36 hours per week)
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Shift pattern for the post are Monday - Friday - Dayshift Only
Key responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day clinical leadership and act as nurse in charge as required
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Ensure delivery of evidence-based, person-centred care
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Supervise, support and appraise nursing and support staff
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Contribute to rostering, workforce planning and sickness management
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Maintain a safe clinical environment, ensuring governance, infection control and risk management standards are met
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Lead and support quality improvement and service development initiatives
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Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient flow and outcomes
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Actively participate in audit, education and practice development
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
Essential
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Registered Nurse on the NMC Register with experience at band 5
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Recent and relevant orthopaedic experience, preferably in casting and splintage techniques
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Evidence of continued professional development
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Excellent analytical and numerical skills
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Good IT knowledge and skills
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Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of a range clinical procedures and practices
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Knowledge of hospital policies/procedures and practices specific to the working environment
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Effective time management skills
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Ability to use initiative
Desirable
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Successful completion the Cleanliness Champions Programme
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Orthopaedic Nursing qualification
- BOA casting course
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:
Nicola Porter, SCN, On 01412016419 or email [email protected]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due 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.
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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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