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Job reference: 206591
Salary: Band 6 (£39,912 - £48,635)
Job closing date: 10/02/2025
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: University Hospital Ayr
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 37
Job posted date: 27/01/2025
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Department: Surgical Services - UHA

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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 Clinical Educator at University Hospital Ayr .

What you will do:


You must have a keen knowledge of Surgical nursing and be able to demonstrate further study in either education, quality improvement and or research and development.

You must have a genuine interest in Surgical Nursing and be dedicated to patient centred care and lifelong learning. You should have evidence of continued professional development along with all standard mandatory and statutory training up to date. Working in conjunction with the Senior Charge Nurses within the Surgical directorate you will support learners in education and development of education programmes, and you will provide direct supervision and teaching of clinical skills across the surgical specialities

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:

RN currently registered with NMC

Specialist 1st level Degree in Adult Nursing.

Relevant Surgical experience

Evidence of post registration qualification, with previous experience in clinical teaching would be advantageous or a willingness to study towards.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification


Hours:

2 positions - 37 per week ( job share/part time hours considered)

The post will be predominantly Monday – Friday, with the occasional need to support staff who work nights/weekends.    The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team is essential


If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:

Senior Charge Nurse Dyane Reid or Leona Walker CNM Surgical Services ext 16979

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