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

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist in Epilepsy to join our specialist Neurology service. This is a rewarding autonomous role supporting adults with complex epilepsy and learning disabilities across NHSGGC, helping to improve outcomes, reduce risk and enhance quality of life. You will deliver highly specialist clinical assessment, develop personalised epilepsy management and rescue care plans, and work closely with patients, families and carers. The post offers strong opportunities for professional development, education and research, while contributing to service improvement and regional best practice. You will work collaboratively within a supportive multidisciplinary team while acting as a trusted source of expert advice and leadership across health and social care partnerships. This role is ideal for a nurse who is passionate about person‑centred care, specialist practice and making a real difference in a lifelong condition.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00

Key Responsibilities

Work as part of a specialist clinical team under the leadership of the Lead Nurse and supervision of the Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist, delivering safe, effective and evidence‑based epilepsy care Provide highly specialist assessment and management for people with epilepsy, including targeted patient groups, using a person‑centred and interdisciplinary approach Undertake pre‑treatment counselling and screening, supporting patients, families and carers to make informed decisions about care and treatment Monitor therapy and clinical response, identifying side effects, risks and changes in condition, and adjusting care plans in collaboration with medical colleagues Provide timely urgent interventions and admission‑avoidance consultations to reduce risk and improve patient outcomes Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary and partner services to ensure coordinated, high‑quality care across community and specialist settings within NHSGGC

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration, with significant post‑registration experience (experience within the relevant speciality is desirable) Significant relevant experience working within a Neurology Service, with the knowledge and skills to competently deliver the technical, invasive, physical and psychosocial aspects of care for this defined patient group Neurology experience is advantageous, though not essential, with exposure to the role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist considered beneficial Ability to work independently and autonomously, demonstrating sound clinical judgement while managing a complex caseload Excellent communication skills, with experience managing collaborative telephone advice lines, triage of incoming calls, and effective interface with hospital clinicians and General Practitioners Strong IT and clinical documentation skills, with the ability to support and facilitate service change to improve patient outcomes and ensure safe, effective and person‑centred care at every opportunity

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?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Helena Richmond / Clare McDade, 0141 201 2343

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