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An exciting opportunity has arisen within Ward 54, Victoria Hospital for a motivated and dynamic 1st level trained nurse.
Ward 54 is a 24 bedded planned care unit specialising in Urology. We admit patients directly for elective surgery as well as accept emergency admissions from the surgical admissions unit; urology diagnostic treatment centre, and the Surgical High Dependency unit.
You will be joining a well motivated and dynamic team who are committed to delivering the best care to our patients, and continue to build on positive patient experiences.
NHS Fife Urology is one of the fastest growing departments in Scotland, leading the way in the development of Urological services and we offer a variety of learning opportunities for the successful candidate.
Applications are warmly welcomed from those who would like to be part of this exciting and continuous developing adventure. You should be enthusiastic, dynamic, caring and compassionate, with a keen interest in Urology & Surgical nursing. You should be self motivated, and strive to deliver high quality patient focused care.
We are looking for a team player with excellent communication skills necessary to perform this role safely and efficiently. You should have a commitment towards patient safety and delivering the best quality patient care, enhancing the patient’s experience whilst in hospital.
There is the opportunity to rotate to the Urology Diagnostic Centre for your development and career progression.
Experience within an acute hospital ward is desirable, although not essential, as supervision and support will be available to orientate you into the role.
We have currently available: 1 x 37.5 hour permanent post within Ward 54 plus 1 x 34.5 hour 12 month post - temporary within Ward 54 but permanent to Planned Care. Various hours are negotiable.
Informal enquiries to Senior Charge Nurse Susan Sung, 01592 643355 ext 29854 or A CN Lisa Burns ext 29554
Please note the salary for this post is pro rata to part time hours.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
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.