Nurse – Neurology
This role is responsible for delivering high-quality specialist services within the field of Neurology. As an essential contributor to clinical excellence at Glasgow, the Nurse ensures safe, effective, and compassionate care while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The position requires strong clinical reasoning, autonomous practice, and a commitment to evidence-based care.
Core responsibilities include patient assessment, diagnosis, development and implementation of care plans, monitoring clinical progress, maintaining accurate medical records, and contributing to audit, governance, and service improvement initiatives. The role also involves participation in team meetings, training sessions, and quality-focused activities designed to enhance patient experience and overall service delivery.
The Nurse must demonstrate professionalism, empathy, resilience, and adaptability, ensuring that communication with patients, families, and colleagues is consistently of the highest standard. There is an expectation to support junior staff, contribute to teaching, and engage in ongoing professional development to maintain clinical competence.
The role requires the ability to manage complex caseloads, prioritise effectively, and remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced clinical environment. Individuals are expected to uphold all clinical governance requirements, safeguarding policies, and regulatory standards while promoting a culture of safety, dignity, and respect.
Leadership qualities such as problem-solving, initiative, and strategic thinking enhance the Nurse’s contribution to overall service effectiveness. A patient-centred approach, strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and commitment to teamwork underpin this role, supporting the wider healthcare mission at Glasgow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver safe, effective, high‑quality clinical services.
- Conduct assessments and develop patient‑centred treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to clinical guidelines.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Support service development and quality improvement initiatives.
- Participate in training, teaching, and supervision where appropriate.
- Uphold safeguarding, governance, and regulatory standards.
Key Requirements:
- Relevant professional qualification and registration.
- Experience in the specialty of practice.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage workloads.
- Commitment to evidence‑based and patient‑centred care.
- Understanding of clinical governance and risk management.
- Professionalism, reliability, and problem‑solving skills.
