The closing date for this job has now passed.

Job reference: 025711
Salary: Band 6 (£31,800 - £39,169)
Job closing date: 16/08/2020
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: Gilbert Bain Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Job posted date:
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Shetland
Department: Acute & Specialist

Job Advert

Internal Opportunity

(open to current NHS Shetland employees or bank members only)

(Secondment welcomed)


Cardiac Nurse Specialist (Ref: 25711)

Band 6 - Salary Range £31,800 - £39,169 per annum pro rata

FullTime – 37.5 hours per week

(22.5 hours on a fixed term for 6 months)


This exciting role will allow the successful applicant to work alongside the lead Cardiac Nurse Specialist in the delivery of all Cardiac Services across NHS Shetland.


We are seeking a committed, highly motivated nurse, who has a knowledge of evidence based cardiac care and/or relevant experience.  You will have excellent communication, interpersonal, organisation and teaching skills, together with an enthusiasm to develop new ideas.  Proven evidence of professional development, determination, drive and commitment are essential for this post.  The ability to work autonomously and within the multidisciplinary team setting is essential.


The post holder will receive full support from the lead Cardiac Nurse Specialist and will be given the opportunity to develop/expand their skills and knowledge base to an advanced level.


For an informal discussion, please contact Marie Hurson (Lead Cardiac Nurse Specialist) on 01595 743229.  


Closing date:            16/08/2020

Interview date:          01/09/2020



In addition to salary, all posts qualify for a Distant Islands Allowance of £1,895 per annum (pro rata for part-time and fixed term positions).


For more information and to apply:


Internal Applicants:  if you are currently working for NHS Shetland (including Bank Members) you must apply via the Jobtrain website link

https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/internal/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173


If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at helpdesk@helpmeapply.co.uk including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line.


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