Job Description
Pay
£33,247 - £41,424 a year
Job type
Permanent
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Location
133 Balornock Road, Glasgow G21 3UW
Full 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 post is 4/7 shifts (this includes nightshift, public holidays and weekends).
Stobhill Mental Health Campus is seeking a compassionate and skilled Staff Nurse to join the dedicated team on one of our mental health wards within our vast site. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, delivering high-quality, person-centred care alongside a multidisciplinary team.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking an individual with a strong interest in acute mental health care, with the ability to work effectively in a team, manage risk in a high-pressure environment, and support patients through their recovery journey. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building trust with patients, families, and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, person-centred nursing care to patients experiencing acute mental health crises, ensuring dignity and respect. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in line with best practices and individualised recovery pathways.
Monitor mental and physical health and respond proactively to any changes in condition or risk. Work collaboratively with community teams to ensure seamless transitions between inpatient and outpatient care.
Offer education and support to families, colleagues and carers, ensuring they feel informed and involved in the care process. Participate in clinical audits, continuing professional development, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
Informal contact: Claire Glover, Senior Charge Nurse, 0141XXXXXX, clairemargaret.glover@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland 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.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
£33,247 - £41,424 a year
Job type
Permanent
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Location
133 Balornock Road, Glasgow G21 3UW
Full 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 post is 4/7 shifts (this includes nightshift, public holidays and weekends).
Stobhill Mental Health Campus is seeking a compassionate and skilled Staff Nurse to join the dedicated team on one of our mental health wards within our vast site. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, delivering high-quality, person-centred care alongside a multidisciplinary team.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking an individual with a strong interest in acute mental health care, with the ability to work effectively in a team, manage risk in a high-pressure environment, and support patients through their recovery journey. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building trust with patients, families, and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, person-centred nursing care to patients experiencing acute mental health crises, ensuring dignity and respect. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in line with best practices and individualised recovery pathways.
Monitor mental and physical health and respond proactively to any changes in condition or risk. Work collaboratively with community teams to ensure seamless transitions between inpatient and outpatient care.
Offer education and support to families, colleagues and carers, ensuring they feel informed and involved in the care process. Participate in clinical audits, continuing professional development, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
Informal contact: Claire Glover, Senior Charge Nurse, 0141XXXXXX, clairemargaret.glover@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland 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.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Mental Health Nurse - Inpatient, Mental Health Services position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Glasgow offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
