Registered Nurse
Job Description
Are you a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse looking to grow your career within the NHS? This is an exciting opportunity to join NHS Lanarkshire, where patient care is at the heart of everything we do.
Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality care while developing your clinical skills in a dynamic hospital environment.
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse in a Medical Ward, you will be responsible for assessing patient needs, planning and delivering care, and evaluating outcomes to ensure the highest standards of clinical practice.
You’ll work both independently and collaboratively, supporting patients with varying levels of dependency while contributing to a safe and effective care environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patient care needs and develop personalised care plans
- Deliver and evaluate high-quality nursing care
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Supervise and support registered and unregistered staff, including student nurses
- Demonstrate clinical procedures and promote best practice standards
- Provide leadership support in the absence of senior staff when required
About You
You are a dedicated and adaptable nurse who is confident working both independently and as part of a team. With strong communication skills and a patient-focused approach, you are committed to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Essential Requirements
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong teamwork and ability to use initiative
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Basic IT and clinical system knowledge
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)
- Experience in a previous Registered Nurse role
- Skills in IV therapy, cannulation, or phlebotomy
- Knowledge of NHS patient management systems
- Ability to demonstrate leadership and positive role modelling
About NHS Lanarkshire
NHS Lanarkshire provides healthcare services to over 655,000 people across North and South Lanarkshire, covering both urban and rural communities. Services include acute hospital care, primary care, and integrated health and social care partnerships.
Why Join NHS Lanarkshire?
Joining NHS Lanarkshire means becoming part of a supportive organisation that values professional growth and staff wellbeing.
Benefits Include:
- Minimum 27 days annual leave (increasing with service)
- At least 8 public holidays
- NHS Pension Scheme with life insurance benefits
- Paid sick leave entitlement
- Occupational health and counselling services
- Work-life balance policies and flexible support
From April 2026, the full-time working week will reduce from 37 to 36 hours, with no reduction in pay.
Work Environment & Support
At NHS Lanarkshire, you’ll benefit from a collaborative and inclusive workplace with access to support services such as:
- Occupational health
- Employee counselling
- Spiritual care and wellbeing support
How to Apply
To learn more about this role or the recruitment process, please review the official Job Description and application guidance.
For informal enquiries:
Kirsteen Duddy – Senior Charge Nurse
Email: kirsteen.duddy@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
Recruitment queries:
Jessica Murphy – Recruitment Administrator
Email: jessica.murphy@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Career
If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in patient care and grow within a leading NHS organisation, this is your opportunity.
Apply now and become part of NHS Lanarkshire—where your skills and compassion truly matter.
