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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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Staff Nurses to join our staff bank to work Caithness Community Nursing Team, based in Thurso and Wick, delivery nursing care within patients' home environments within county of Caithness.
The role will entail that you will process a variety of clinical skills and be able to demonstrate continued personal development. You will have good communication and personal skills, time management and organisational skills. You will need to have the ability to work alone and on your own initiative but still be a team player. You must be adaptable, self-motivated and able to respond to challenges.
Whist community experience is beneficial it is not essential as support will be given to learning & development needs.
Teams cover a 7-day rota. These are bank posts, as & when required.
A full driving licence is essential for this post and a pool car will be available.
Informal enquires will be welcomed by Penny Gardner, Integrated Team Manager, Tel: 07967 315637, email: penny.gardner@nhs.scot or Laura O'Brien Advanced Practitioner, Tel: 01847 808557, email: laura.o'brien1@nhs.scot , Linda MacDougall, Advanced Practitioner Tel: 01955 603784 email:linda.macdougall@nhs.scot.
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