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Agenda for Change Band 5 Nurses & Midwives
Salary £26,104 - £32,915 (pro rata part-time)
Closing Date Friday 1st April 2022
NHS Lanarkshire is the third largest health board in Scotland. We serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in Lanarkshire. We employ around 14,000 staff working in communities, health centres, clinics and offices and at our three district general hospitals – University Hospital Hairmyres, University Hospital Monklands and University Hospital Wishaw. We are committed to delivering high quality, person-centered, innovative health and social care. Our Health Care Quality Strategy sets out our ambition to be a quality-driven organisation that cares about people-patients, their relatives and carers, and our staff and is focused on achieving a healthier life for all.
Our vision, at NHS Lanarkshire, is to ensure we meet the needs of individuals and communities by providing high-quality safe and effective care through an empowered and flexible workforce which understands the diverse needs of the population.and we look forward and welcome your application if you decide to apply to join us.
We are committed to delivering high quality, innovative health and social care that is person-centred. Our Health Care Quality Strategy sets out our ambition to be a quality-driven organisation that cares about people-patients, their relatives and carers and our staff and is focused on achieving a healthier life for all.
To find out more about our hospital sites visit: https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
Successful applicants will become part of a talented, passionate team of people who are committed to providing the best care and treatment to patients. You will also enjoy one of the most competitive and flexible benefits packages offered by any employer in the UK
We have a strong commitment to training and development of our staff. Formal and informal opportunities and programmes of learning and support help create an environment of continuous improvement, with the associated benefits to patient care. NHS Lanarkshire is committed to developing a discipline of continuous improvement through patient care, changing practice and also to create a good place to work for everyone at NHS Lanarkshire.
We are an organisation renowned for modern high-quality patient care and progressive medicine. It is therefore vital that we continue to attract and nurture the most talented and public service focused Nurses and Midwives. We have always benefited from recruiting health professionals coming from around the United Kingdom to live and work in Lanarkshire.
We hope you will be inspired to continue to develop your career somewhere new
We are excited about the future direction of our Nurses and Midwives through making Scotland’s national Nursing 2030 Vision a reality over the short, medium and long terms for NHS Lanarkshire. This vision sets out our priorities for Personalised Care, Preparing Nurses for future needs and roles and Supporting Nurses.
We have an established and dedicated Nursing and Midwifery leadership team only too keen to share their extensive expertise, knowledge and skills with new practitioners.
The Job Opportunities and Rewards
We have a wide range of immediate job openings in Lanarkshire. Whether you’re seeking something new or are ready for a change we have roles across most nursing specialities:
Adult Acute, Community Teams, Maternity, Children’s Nursing,
Medicine, Care of the elderly, O&G, Neonates, Paediatrics,
Radiology, Theatres, Surgical, Mental Health.
What is important to us is that you come with a passion for people, culture and patient care to help us shape and deliver the highest standards in professional practice delivered by our staff. In return, we can offer the right development and support by our multi-disciplinary team, clinical practice educators and a strong education ethos.
To apply you will be required to meet these essential criteria:
You should hold current registration with the NMC and be educated to degree level or equivalent
Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
Experience of prioritising and working in a dynamic and fast paced clinical working environment
The Rewards
Alongside a competitive salary, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package including pay enhancements on top of your basic salary for out-of-hours, shift and overtime working.
NHS Pension Scheme
A generous holiday entitlement starting at 27 days per year, rising to 29 days after five years’ service and 33 days after 10 years’ service, plus eight public holidays. If you join us from within the NHS, your accrued leave entitlement can be transferred to your new role.
We also offer arrange of family friendly policies to support your work life balance
The Scottish Government currently has ano compulsory redundancy positionacross NHS Scotland.
For any queries regarding the recruitmnt process please contact recruitment.lanarkshire@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
An example of an NHS Lanarkshire Registered Band 5 Nurse job description is attached below.
** We also welcome applications for other registered AFC Nurse and Midwife grades.
When we receive your application we will arrange to contact you to discuss the range of career opportunities available to fit with your skills, experience and career aspirations.
Living in Lanarkshire
Lanarkshire has a lot to offer. With an excellent road and public transport network, travelling to and from Lanarkshire is an easy commute, with Glasgow about 30 minutes away and around 40 minutes to Edinburgh.
If you wish to relocate there is a wide range of interesting towns or rural locations, all close to the attractions of two major cities, ideal to put down roots and enjoy life to the full The area boasts excellent sports facilities, has hosted the 2011 International Children’s Games and played a part in the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Strathclyde Park was the venue for rowing and triathlon events during the 2018 European Championships in Glasgow. There are superb visitor attractions including country parks, nature reserves, museums and water parks.