Staff Nurse - Orthopaedics

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. 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 We are looking to recruit a motivated Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our Orthopaedic Outpatients and Fracture Clinic team at Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

The post holder will work within a nurse‑led fracture clinic, providing high‑quality, patient‑centred care to trauma and orthopaedic patients. The role includes assessment, treatment, patient education and discharge planning within both face‑to‑face and virtual clinic settings. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post. Duration, Location, and Working Pattern This is a permanent, full‑time post of 36 hours per week. The role is based at Glasgow Royal Infirmary and follows a Monday‑Friday dayshift pattern only.

Key Responsibilities Clinical Assess patient needs, plan/implement and evaluate a programme of care that is evidence‑based and utilises all available resources, taking into account the patient’s lifestyle, gender and cultural background, and ensuring involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others. Work as an independent staff nurse within ‘Specialised Nurse Led’ clinics for both orthopaedic and fracture conditions. Provide specialist knowledge of casting products and advise on selection, application, removal and patient information about cast care.

Demonstrate the safe and effective application of a variety of casts. Provide advice for other departments within and outside the hospital for patients in a cast or splint. Demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of casting application and troubleshooting to avoid compromising patient care.

Demonstrate competency in venepuncture, pin and wire removal. Make diagnostic decisions based on interpretation of X‑rays and other test results during Nurse Led Clinics. Assess, plan and discharge patients from Nurse Led Clinics on a daily basis, including wound care.

Work independently within the Virtual Fracture Clinic, clinically assessing patients via telephone and ensuring clinical decisions are enacted. Maintain patient records in line with NMC guidelines for records and record keeping. Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required to Do the Job Essential Registered Nurse (NMC) Effective communication and teamwork skills Commitment to evidence‑based practice and patient safety Desirable Casting experience or willingness to develop skills in cast application and removal Experience within orthopaedics or outpatient settings What We Offer 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 Flexibility and Work‑Life Balance NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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, flexible working will be discussed during the recruitment process. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion NHSGGC encourages applications from all sections of the community and is proud of the diverse workforce we employ. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are a Forces Friendly Employer, welcoming applications from across the Armed Forces Community.

Equal Opportunity All applicants will be assessed on the basis of merit, regardless of gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic under UK law. #J-18808-Ljbffr