Charge Nurse

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

With effect from 01 April 2026, NHS Scotland is reducing its full time working week from 37 to 36 hours per week, there will be no change in full time pay.

We currently have an exciting secondment opportunity for a Charge Nurse to work within Mulberry Ward, Carseview Centre for a 6-month period, where we require a committed individual who will enjoy working in a challenging environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Mulberry ward provides and supports recovery focused services for patients with acute and/or enduring mental health problems.

Being an open, honest, approachable and responsible individual with the ability to support excellent team working and growth of strong interpersonal relationships across the teams are essential values and qualities to developing high performance and ensuring the delivery of the best care experience possible.

NHS Tayside is a Values Based Organisation and is both passionate about and committed to the values of NHS Scotland which are:

• Dignity and Respect
• Openness, Honest and Responsibility
• Quality and Teamwork
• Care and Compassion

We have a structured staff review system and offer professional support through our clinical networks. We are committed to regular in-service training and personal and professional development.

You must be registered on Sub-part 1: RN3 of the UK NMC Register.

Informal Enquiries to: SCN Jenny Pickup ext 58321.

Hours of work are: 37.

Current NHS Tayside employees - written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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