Job description

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. The shift pattern for this position is Day shift / night shift . 12 Hour shifts Due to the anticipated response to this post, it may be closed before the mentioned closing date noted on the advert, therefore once you start your application form, please complete it immediately. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 3 HCSW to join the nursing team in the Elective Orthopaedic Ward at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH). Applications are invited from enthusiastic experienced HCSWs. As part of a multidisciplinary team you will provide care to patients in support of the trained nurses and will regularly work unsupervised. You will support trained staff in the provision of direct patient care, recording of observations, use of IT systems and with housekeeping duties as required. You must have good organisation and communication skills with the ability to work within a team. Previous HCSW experience is essential and experience at band 3 in a relevant speciality is desirable. A Healthcare qualification would be an advantage. This post requires PVG Scheme Membership Hours are 37.5 hours per week full time, working a 12 hour shift pattern over day and night shifts, including weekend and public holiday cover. Informal contact: Debbie Sweeney, 0141 452 2708, [email protected] Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process. For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.