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An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Accident & Emergency Unit for a Registered Nurse to work as part of a team providing care to individuals presenting with a range of acute care needs, including minor injuries.
Applications are sought from Registered Nurses who are confident in their ability to work flexibly and who possess excellent communication and observational skills. Ideally the post holders will have previous experience of working within a busy acute inpatient area or A&E setting.
You will participate in the assessment; planning, implementation and evaluation of high standard nursing care in conjunction with individuals their families and carers and the wider multi disciplinary team. These roles will require contribution to the ongoing development of the service, providing safe, effective and person centred care.
The post holder will be expected to participate in day/night rotation over a seven day week.
Rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity – Orkney is a wonderful place to live and work and offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, good leisure facilities, unique wildlife and amazing scenery.
But don’t take our word for it - come and see for yourself! Please feel free to visit the island and the Balfour Hospital where you will find a very warm welcome.
For further information on this post please contact Moira Sinclair, Senior Charge Nurse, by email on moirasinclair@nhs.net or phone 01856 888235
This post is subject to a PVG Scheme Record check