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Applicants must have current UK NMC registration at the time of applying. For further information please visit https://www.nmc.org.uk/
It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NSS.
Previous applicants need not re-apply.
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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.
About the Organisation:
National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland providing invaluable support and advice at a strategic and operational level. NSS supports customers to deliver their services more efficiently and effectively and we offer shared services on a national scale using best-in-class systems and standards. Our priority is always the same – to improve the health and well-being of the people of Scotland. We do this by working in partnership with colleagues across Health and Social Care to deliver fit for purpose solutions and systems, delivering high quality services that help our stakeholders to free up resources so they can be re-invested into essential services.
As a major division within the NHS National Services Scotland, the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) plays a vital role not only in the health of the people of Scotland but also on an international scale – through our leading position in new product development, biomedical research and donor services. Our goal is to maintain the highest standards to patient care whilst remaining internationally competitive.
The Post:
We are looking for dynamic, forward-thinking Staff Nurses who enjoys working as part of a team. You will contribute to the overall management and smooth running of whole blood and blood component sessions ensuring donors feel welcome, comfortable and valued. You will be required to undertake venepuncture and medical selection duties.
The Candidate:
You will require excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. An active interest in training and quality assurance would also be beneficial.
The successful candidates will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme check. Any candidate who have lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.
You are registered with the NMC at the time of applying.
Location and Working Pattern:
Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. However extensive travel throughout the region is required.
Monday to Sunday, 21 hours per week. You must be flexible, and willing to work variable hours. Hours will include Sundays and late evenings.
It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NSS.
Benefits:
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
Further information:
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Shona Reid, Senior Nurse Manager, on 01224 812444 or 07964 246898
Closing date for completed applications is 15 January 2024.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).
NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.