Staff Nurse- Scottish National Burns Unit

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.

There are 2 permanent, fulltime position of 37 hours per week, with a rotational shift pattern.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

This post is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team at the Scottish National Burns Unit based in the Burns and Plastic Surgery Unit at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The unit receives patients from across Scotland that require specialist Burns care. This is inclusive of big burn injury, complex cases, rehabilitation and those who require specialist care and treatments. The unit works closely with ITU and Theatres to deliver burn care which promotes healing function and the best possible outcomes for our patients. There is a strong focus on the patient journey and recovery which requires many Health Care Professionals.
The unit also works closely with Glasgow University to deliver post-graduate course on Burns and Plastics for those keen to develop their knowledge of the speciality. We deliver lectures at Glasgow Caledonian for Nursing Students and have been involved in teaching Nationally. We are part of a Managed Clinical Network for Burn injury and Scottish multidisciplinary team meetings are held weekly. We hold a local multidisciplinary team meeting weekly. Nurses are encouraged to attend educational events across the country and we are dedicated to supporting education and professional development.

Clinical

To assess patient needs, plan/implement and evaluate a programme of care which is evidence based utilising all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others. Maintain patient records in line with NMC guidelines for records and record keeping.

Professional:

Practice within the legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and wellbeing are met. Work within the National Health Service (NHS), NHS Greater Glasgow and Health & Safety Executive (HSE) Legislation, Policy, Guidelines and Procedures. Empower patients to take responsibility for their health, well-being and future lifestyle by practising in an open transparent and inclusive manner, thereby ensuring patients have the relevant information to participate in decisions about their care.

Education and Research/Audit:

Contribute to the provision of an appropriate learning environment in line with NES Quality Placement Standards. Contribute/complete clinical appraisal of pre registration nurses. Participate in performance appraisal in line with policy. Demonstrate own professional development. Support the implementation of research and clinical audit where appropriate.

Organisational/Managerial:

Organise own time and that of junior staff and learners. Ensures effective day-to-day management of other resources including stores supplies pharmacy and maintenance of equipment. Plan, allocate and supervise the work of a team. In conjunction with the Laser Manager/Deputy ensure that the nursing resource is utilised efficiently and effectively by managing duty roster/ sickness absence and the use of additional hours i.e. bank agency. Contribute to the recruitment and selection process.

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