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 a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join the Endoscopy Team at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. Following training, you will become a skilled member of the team, delivering high-quality specialist patient care independently. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, using specialist clinical skills to provide safe and effective endoscopy services.
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:
Permanent, full-time - 36 hours per week
Shift pattern - Monday - Friday, 4 out of 5
Base location - Glasgow Royal Infirmary
Key Responsibilities
Essential
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:
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Julie Ramaglioni, Senior Charge Nurse - Julie.ramaglioni@nhs.scot - 0141 211 8560
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:
This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.
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.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the in the first instance.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join the Endoscopy Team at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. Following training, you will become a skilled member of the team, delivering high-quality specialist patient care independently. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, using specialist clinical skills to provide safe and effective endoscopy services.
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:
Permanent, full-time - 36 hours per week
Shift pattern - Monday - Friday, 4 out of 5
Base location - Glasgow Royal Infirmary
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate specialist patient care.
- Deliver safe and effective endoscopy care in line with standards and protocols.
- Provide high-quality care to patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Develop and manage programmes of care for patients.
- Delegate tasks appropriately to junior and support staff, ensuring safe and effective care delivery.
- Work collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Contribute to the delivery of a wide range of endoscopy procedures, including:
- GI Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Bronchoscopy
- ERCP
- EUS
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration and a live NMC PIN.
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
- Commitment to delivering high standards of specialist patient care.
- Previous endoscopy experience.
- Full training will be provided to develop specialist endoscopy skills and enable independent practice within the Endoscopy Unit.
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:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Julie Ramaglioni, Senior Charge Nurse - Julie.ramaglioni@nhs.scot - 0141 211 8560
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:
This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.
- Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
- Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
- Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.
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.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the in the first instance.