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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.
Western , , Stornoway, Isle of
Registered Nurse
Medical 1
Band 5 - £24,670 to £30,742 pro rata
Plus £1,043 Distant Islands Allowance pro rata
37.5 Hours per Week
Permanent Post
For more information on living and working in the Western Isles visit the website: http://www.wihb.scot.nhs.uk/wihrr.pdf
Medical Ward 1 is part of the Integrated Medical Unit. The ward deals with a wide range of acute medical conditions and has a designated 4 Bedded High Dependency Unit (HDU) and 3 Bedded Paediatric Area. The HDU provides facilities for patients requiring cardiac monitoring and invasive medical procedures and investigations.
Day/Night Rotation.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic staff nurse who will have:
- Commitment to the delivery of evidence based care.
- Be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with a flexible team orientated approach.
- A Paediatric /HDU qualification is desirable but not essential for this post. Applicants will be expected to take part in looking after paediatric patients.
Additional benefits of working for NHS Western Isles
- Enhanced rates of pay for evening and weekend working
- Generous annual leave entitlements
- Automatic enrolment in the NHS Pension Scheme
- A Carer Positive employer with access to paid special leave
- Generous occupational sick pay and maternity leave provisions
For further information regarding this post please contact Sheila Harrison, Senior Charge Nurse, Medical 1 Ext 2322.
The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
Closing Date: 15th December 2022
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