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We are seeking to recruit a full time staff nurse to work within Cheviot Community Nursing Team. They will work within a dynamic and motivated team delivering a variety of care needs alongside the wider health care team to patients in their own home. This is an opportunity for those wishing to develop their career in Community Nursing.
Experience of working in the Community is desirable but not essential. Applicants must be enthusiastic, caring, having excellent communication skills and be adaptable to working in different environments.
The post will be based in Kelso Health Centre in the first instance but the post holder may be required to travel across the Locality to meet service need. A driving licence is essential.
For further Information please contact:
John Paxton at Kelso Health Centre 01573 223001
**PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
Final year nursing students are welcome to apply if you are to graduate and obtain NMC registration later this year. If you wish you can commence as a Band 4 Health Care Support Worker pending NMC registration.
Overseas Nurses are welcome to apply if you have confirmation from the UK Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) that you are eligible to sit the practical test of competence (OSCE) to apply to join their professional register and they have issued you with an NMC PRN number.
Former NMC registrants who wish to return to nursing practice are welcome to apply if you meet the NMC readmission requirements Check the readmission requirements - The Nursing and Midwifery Council (nmc.org.uk).
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.