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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.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our newly formed National Treatment Centre - Highland (NTC-H) Team.
The NTC-H is a new purpose built centre which will provide care for both Ophthalmology and Orthopaedic Patients. The Centre is under construction on the City's University Campus and has 5 theatres, a 24-bedded ward and dedicated Ophthalmology Outpatient Department.
The ANP team will provide inpatient ward based medical cover for orthopaedic and ophthalmology patients and be the first point of contact for all medical emergencies across the site. As the team expands there will be rotation opportunities to work within Raigmore Hospital acute services team. We will also be looking to develop the role further to increase career development opportunities.
Full or part time hours are available with permanent, fixed term and secondments considered.
We offer annual learning and development time to support your core learning needs and can offer financial support to obtain core Masters level qualifications if desired/required.
Successful applicants will be supported by a Practice Development Nurse and will be provided with a robust and supportive personal development plan.
You must have completed an NHS Highland approved advanced clinical assessment and history taking module at degree level and also be registered with the NMC as a non-medical prescriber (V300).
An attractive relocation package of up to £8,000 may be available to eligible successful candidates.
Informal enquiries to Mark Smith: mark.smith52@nhs.scot, 01463 704000
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