Clinical Nurse Specialist Allergy and Anaphylaxis Service
NHS Ayrshire & Arran · Chandigarh · onsite · Posted 62d ago
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About this role
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
The Allergy Service provides primary, secondary and tertiary clinical care for patients with primary allergies. The post holder will work in conjunction with the Clinical Nurse Specialist Team Lead to provide high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals with both short and long-term conditions. The role involves supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey, from investigations and diagnosis through to education and ongoing management of their condition, including the administration of intravenous and subcutaneous injections and infusions. The post holder will provide support to patients and their families in managing lifelong disorders while working autonomously and as part of the wider multidisciplinary team.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Permanent Role
Gartnavel General Hospital
36 Hours Per Week (5 flexible days over Monday to Friday)
Key Responsibilities
The post holder will work closely with the Clinical Nurse Specialist Team Lead to deliver patient-centred care for individuals with primary allergies. Responsibilities include supporting patients through investigations, diagnosis and treatment pathways, providing education and advice to patients and their families, administering intravenous and subcutaneous injections and infusions, and promoting self-management of long-term conditions. The role requires autonomous practice, effective caseload management, and regular liaison with patients and colleagues across a variety of settings, including outpatient clinics and day wards, ensuring a seamless and high-quality patient experience throughout their care journey.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
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:
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
John Emmett, Lead Nurse, [phone removed], [HIDDEN TEXT]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
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. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as various, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain Support Hub in the first instance.
The Role
The Allergy Service provides primary, secondary and tertiary clinical care for patients with primary allergies. The post holder will work in conjunction with the Clinical Nurse Specialist Team Lead to provide high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals with both short and long-term conditions. The role involves supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey, from investigations and diagnosis through to education and ongoing management of their condition, including the administration of intravenous and subcutaneous injections and infusions. The post holder will provide support to patients and their families in managing lifelong disorders while working autonomously and as part of the wider multidisciplinary team.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Permanent Role
Gartnavel General Hospital
36 Hours Per Week (5 flexible days over Monday to Friday)
Key Responsibilities
The post holder will work closely with the Clinical Nurse Specialist Team Lead to deliver patient-centred care for individuals with primary allergies. Responsibilities include supporting patients through investigations, diagnosis and treatment pathways, providing education and advice to patients and their families, administering intravenous and subcutaneous injections and infusions, and promoting self-management of long-term conditions. The role requires autonomous practice, effective caseload management, and regular liaison with patients and colleagues across a variety of settings, including outpatient clinics and day wards, ensuring a seamless and high-quality patient experience throughout their care journey.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Registered Nurse with relevant professional registration.
- Knowledge of allergy services and the management of patients with allergic conditions.
- Experience of patient assessment, care planning and evaluation.
- Understanding of intravenous and subcutaneous therapies and medication administration.
- Knowledge of patient education and support for long-term condition management.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a clinical caseload effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of clinical governance, patient safety and risk management principles.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- IT skills relevant to maintaining patient records and communication systems.
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
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
John Emmett, Lead Nurse, [phone removed], [HIDDEN TEXT]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.
- Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
- Use AI wisely: It's fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don't let it write your answers.
- Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.
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. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as various, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain Support Hub in the first instance.
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Skills
Ability to work autonomously and manage a clinical caseload effectivelyIT skills relevant to maintaining patient records and communication systemsKnowledge of patient education and support for long-term condition managementRegistered Nurse with relevant professional registrationUnderstanding of intravenous and subcutaneous therapies and medication administration