Registered Nurse

Equal Opportunities

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.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful
. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse based at Girvan Community Hospital
. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

28.08 hours per week across 7 days working and unsocial for hours cover where required to meet the needs of the service. Job share will be considered for this post. From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full‑time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part‑time staff) without loss of earnings.

Act as a Named Nurse responsible for assessment, development and implementation of patient care need, regularly re‑evaluating to ensure a high quality of care to patients. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in the absence of Ward Manager, providing cover to ensure smooth running of all departmental areas.

Post holder will be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.

To work in the United Kingdom, an individual must demonstrate the relevant permission to work in the country, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Further information on requirements and responsibilities can be found in the attached Candidate Information Pack. It is essential that you have checked you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran may offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and other required criteria. When considering the salary threshold for sponsorship, note the advertised salary is based on a full‑time contract and must be pro‑rated for part‑time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and at the start of pre‑employment checks.

For more information, contact Keara Farrell via email at kear