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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.
SUITABLE FOR NEWLY QUALIFIED NURSES.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Registered Nurse (RMNH, RGN, RNLD) to join our busy team in our Older Adult Acute Mental Health ward (Morlich Ward).
Morlich Ward is a 12 bedded mixed sex ward providing assessment and care for older people who are experiencing an acute episode of mental ill health. You would be working as part of a highly motivated and encouraging team, who adopt a person centred approach to care, always aiming for a positive patient experience of admission.
The successful candidate will be motivated, demonstrate a commitment towards the continued development of patient focused care whilst fostering a therapeutic ward environment. .
The role will also be responsible for proactively promoting partnership working with patients, carers and other professionals/ agencies in line with legislative frameworks, agreed standards and clinical policies.
The successful candidate would be an RMNH/RGN/RNLD registered with the NMC in the UK
You will be able to demonstrate strong values, with good communication & team-working skills. An active interest in older adults and mental health would be vital.
There are huge benefits to living in the Highlands and a wealth of knowledge and skills in our communities. Our mix of urban, remote and rural and island communities make NHS Highland a unique place to live and work. Frequently voted as one of the happiest places to be we can offer you a quality of life that you don’t get elsewhere. We enjoy some of the cleanest air in the UK and access to exercise outdoors amongst beautiful scenery. Our communities are close-knit and supportive. And, as a major employer, we have the power to develop career paths that retain and attract talent to the area.
Informal enquiries to: Lauren Moir tel: 01463 704673 email: lauren.moir1@nhs.scot
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
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