Staff Nurse - Spinal Unit B5
Employer: NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Location: Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
Salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Closing date: 01/11/2026
Employment type: Permanent
Hours per week: 36

The role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for compassionate, motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurses to join the National Spinal Injuries Unit at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. This rotational role offers the unique opportunity to work across our High Dependency and Rehabilitation wards, supporting patients throughout their spinal injury journey from acute care through to rehabilitation and discharge home. You will become part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team committed to delivering outstanding patient-centred care. With access to specialist education, development opportunities and innovative clinical practices, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, one of the largest and most progressive health boards in the UK. Working within our nationally recognised service, you will help make a meaningful difference to the lives of patients and their families every day.

Opportunities are available on both a permanent basis and a 1-year fixed-term contract.

Duration, location and working pattern

• 1x Permanent role
• 1x 1 year fixed-term contract
• Shift patterns: Monday-Sunday - 12 hour day/night shifts
• Location: Edenhall, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

Key responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, safe and person-centred nursing care to patients with spinal injuries across acute and rehabilitation settings
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care in partnership with patients, families and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Support patients throughout their rehabilitation journey, promoting independence, recovery and preparation for discharge
• Develop and maintain specialist clinical skills including tracheostomy care, respiratory care, bladder and bowel management and spinal injury management
• Contribute to the delivery of evidence-based practice and continuous improvement within the service
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including the use of innovative digital clinical notes systems
• Participate in rotational opportunities across spinal injury services and other acute specialties to further develop knowledge and experience

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Demonstrable commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, families and colleagues
• Commitment to continuous professional development and willingness to undertake specialist spinal injuries training and competency programmes
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team within a fast-paced clinical environment
• Understanding of the complex physical, psychological and rehabilitation needs of patients with spinal injuries or a strong willingness to develop this knowledge

What we offer
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

Interested?
For an informal discussion, please contact: Lisa MacDonald - SCN - 0141 201 2533
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates (https://sway.cloud.microsoft/rGdd88aJk1LnzO6J)

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check. 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. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) encourages applications from all sections of the community. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.