214472 Lead Specialist Practitioner District Nurse (East Lothian)

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate and motivated Lead Specialist Practitioner District Nurse to join their skilled nursing team in East Lothian. This role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to high-quality patient care. The organization values diversity and inclusion, offering robust clinical education and a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and possess strong leadership qualities, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Job description

Introduction and Equality Statement

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our goal is for our workforce to be truly representative, with each employee feeling respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

We support disabled candidates, candidates with long-term conditions, or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policies and practices.

Role and Recruitment Details

This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If not currently a PVG member for the required regulatory group (child and/or adult), an application must be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before starting in the role.

For more information about the role, including skills and experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification linked at the bottom of the screen. If you have questions, contact [e-mail].

Position Overview

We are recruiting for the position of NHSL 214472 Lead Specialist Practitioner District Nurse in East Lothian, NHS Lothian.

We seek an inspirational leader who is caring, compassionate, and motivated to join our skilled nursing team.

Organizational Values and Commitment

Our Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan outlines our vision, ambitions, and values that enable excellent patient and service user care. We prioritize a collaborative, person-focused approach to deliver high-quality, compassionate, safe, and effective care. We strive for a diverse and inclusive culture, supporting the development of a workforce with varied skills and experiences. We value your passion for leadership and alignment with our Strategic Plan's values and ambitions.

We provide strong clinical education, including robust induction programmes, preceptorship, and collaboration with our Education and Training team to build your leadership strengths.

Recruitment Process

Our values and competency-based recruitment process aligns with our Strategic Plan. Interviews are designed to be equitable, with questions shared in advance. Sample interview questions are available on our Careers site: How to Apply – NHS Lothian Careers.