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Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position
An opportunity has arisen for a School Nurse based in North Ayrshire at Kilwinning Academy.
What you will do:
Passionate about improving children and family outcomes? Looking for an inspiring challenge? North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership have a vision to utilise new approaches that will make a real difference, by wrapping our services around children and their families.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within North Ayrshire for a school nurse to join our forward thinking and innovative team. Applications from both current Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (Schools) or those willing to undertake the SCPHN (Schools) course will be considered.
You will work in partnership with children/young people, families, and multiagency partners to identify health needs and provide support and intervention as defined by the School Nursing Pathways.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
You will be expected to be accountable for caseload management, school nurse activity and support the school nursing service as delegated by the team manager.
Evidence of continuing professional development, good communication skills and IT skills is essential
You must be a first level registered nurse, educated to degree level.
A working knowledge of Child Protection and experience of working with care experienced children is desirable.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours: 29.7 per week
flexibility to working pattern will be considered.
UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Laura Welsh, Team Manager, Tel: 07890028172, or email laura.welsh@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
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