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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our community nursing service in SLWR. This post is open to Community Nurses who wish to develop their practice and undertake the Specialist District Nursing Qualification. This would be supported by professional leadership and subject to Annex 21.
The post is open to Community Nurses with the District Nursing Specialist practitioners qualification; or this post could be an ideal career development opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual who enjoys working in rural communities. The postholder will provide care in Community/District Nursing within a defined geographical area. Holding responsibility for the clinical caseload and supports the Integrated Team Manager in his/her leadership role. You will ensure the leadership and management of the nursing team along with the quality and standard of care delivered.
The qualified Community Nurse is a specialist community practitioner who provides holistic care and promotes independent living. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team supporting care home, carers, and voluntary sector and care at home staff, link practitioners and colleagues to enhance their knowledge and skills in health care management promoting avoidance of hospital admission where appropriate and supporting / facilitating early discharge..
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role along with over 2 years of community nursing experience.
For informal enquiries, please contact: Kate Earnshaw, District Manager kate.earnshaw@nhs.scot Sophie Buchanan, Professional Lead District Nursing Sophie.buchanan@nhs.scot Jenna Gettings, Advance Practitioner Professional Lead, Jenna,gettings@nhs.scot;
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.
Additional information for candidates
Flexible Working
- Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.
How to apply
Apply online through Jobtrain
- Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
- Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
- Do not upload a CV – CVs are not used for shortlisting
- Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date
Once submitted, applications cannot be changed
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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?
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- Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers
Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig
Care and compassion | Dignity and respect | Openness, honesty and responsibility | Quality and teamwork |
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