Staff Nurse

Location: Largs

Equality and Diversity

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

About NHS Ayrshire and Arran

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. We are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe and Respectful. You will work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

Position

Permanent Staff Nurse based at Brooksby Day Hospital.

What You Will Do

As a Staff Nurse District Nursing you will be a qualified registered nurse responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of nursing programmes of care for a variety of client groups within the community. You will manage the caseload in the absence of the district nursing Charge Nurse, including the supervision and redeployment of staff.

Knowledge,

Training and Experience

Professional qualification in nursing essential.

You must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work on your own initiative, and to work as a lone worker in various community settings.

You should be able to provide evidence of personal development and a willingness to undertake appropriate training.

Hours and Shift Pattern

37 hours per week, Monday to Friday with a weekend commitment. Post is offered on a permanent basis.

UK Driving Licence / Car Ownership

A UK car driver/driving licence is essential.

Contact and Application

For more information or to apply, contact Fiona McLeod, Clinical Team Leader via email at Fio Apply through Job Train; do not upload a CV. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date; late applications will not be accepted.

Additional Information for Candidates

Apply for this post by completing the application process on Job Train. CVs will not be used for shortlisting. We recommend using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge for Job Train. Once submitted, you cannot make amendments. If you are an internal candidate, update your Job Train profile to indicate you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.

Legal and Immigration

To work in the United Kingdom, you must have the relevant permission to work in the country, typically granted by UK Visas and Immigration. NHS Ayrshire and Arran checks the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates requiring a Certificate of Sponsorship will find further information within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

We are not able to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.

Job Details

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care

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