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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.
Uist Community Nursing Team
CHARGE NURSE - Community
Band 6 - £43,231 - £52,679 per annum
Plus £1,461 Distant Islands Allowance per annum
36 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Charge Nurse to join the Uist Community Nursing Team, based on the beautiful island of Benbecula in the Outer Hebrides.
The team provides a comprehensive community nursing service across the Uists, including an out-of-hours on-call service. This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the opportunity to work autonomously while leading and supporting a dedicated multidisciplinary team. The post offers continuous opportunities for professional development and service improvement.
Living and working in the Outer Hebrides provides an exceptional work-life balance, with stunning scenery, strong community connections, and access to a unique rural healthcare environment.
About You
Applicants should ideally hold a District Nurse qualification and be able to demonstrate effective leadership and team management skills. You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a flexible and collaborative approach to working, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
Post-registration experience within community, medical, or acute care settings is desirable, although applications from candidates able to demonstrate transferable skills and relevant experience will be welcomed.
Essential Requirements
- Registered Nurse with relevant post-registration experience.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Informal enquiries to: Lizzie Bak, Senior Charge Nurse, elizabeth.bak@nhs.scot 01870 603626.
The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) Scheme. This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.
Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/, còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.
CLOSING DATE: 06/11/2026
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