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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.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
Our purpose:
Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran.
Our values:
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please click here - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
What you will do:
With minimal supervision and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will be accountable for the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for a defined caseload of patients working within the professional standards held in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
You will act as shift leader on a regular basis and will assist in leading and monitoring the performance and work of the nursing team
You will be required to participate in audit and quality assurance programmes, and contribute to the teaching and supervision of junior and student nurses and nursing auxiliaries as appropriate
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
You will be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
Substantial post registration experience relevant to the specialty
Working knowledge of General Hospitals Division policies and Procedures.
Ability to keep relevant skills / knowledge updated and documented.
Well developed written and verbal communication skills.
Be able to supervise and provide a mentorship role to students and junior staff.
A commitment to lifelong learning and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional development.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
Ward 1
2 posts - 34.5 hours per week
1 post - 21 hours per week
Ward 2
2 posts - 34.5 hours per week
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Senior CN Michelle Houston (Ext. 22396 or Direct Dial No. 01294 322396) – for Ward 1 posts
Senior CN Lynn McLaughlin (Ext. 22394 or Direct Dial No. 01294 322394) – for Ward 2 posts
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
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