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A vacancy has arisen for a qualified specialist practitioner within the District nursing service in Falkirk Community Health Partnership.
This is a permanent band 6 post as per Agenda for change and the contracted hours are 15 Hours per week. Weekend working and variable shift pattern is required on a flexible rotational basis.
The post holder will have a District Nursing qualification (degree or diploma) and have relevant experience within community nursing.
It is desirable that you have some experience in leading/ managing a team and also in caseload management. You must be a good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate an ability to work with different professional groups. It is desirable that the successful applicant be able to demonstrate an interest in quality improvement work and change management. You should also have a good awareness of national policies and a willingness to take an active lead in the implementation of these policies locally.
Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential for this post.
Informal Enquiries to Claire Russell, Team Leader on 07989232075, Angela Bell Team Leader on 07717541935 or Lynnette Clark Team Leader on 07890510106.
The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
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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.