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This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/ record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.
The Deputy Associate Nurse Director is responsible with the Associate Nurse Director for achieving and maintaining the highest standard of clinical care by providing leadership to the nursing staff on the Western General Hospital Site. Participate as a member of the Core & Site Management Team to contribute to the delivery of safe, timely value added care within the hospital. Ensure the delivery and standards of nursing care provided to patients is compliant with national and local policies and guidelines for professional practice and conduct whilst influencing future service improvement and delivery and nursing strategy.
With the Associate Nurse Director lead the assurance of child protection, adult support and protection and OPAH for the site and accountable for ensuring systems are in place to maintain compliance with legislation, guidance and standards.
To lead on a portfolio of projects and workstreams as delegated from the Associate Nurse Director, using quality improvement methodologies to support the redesign of nursing services, ensuring effective person centred care and governance
For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, click on the links at the bottom of the screen to the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions please contact Geraldine Marsh, Associate Nurse Director, 0131 537 1004