214940 - Deputy Charge Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a part-time Deputy Charge Nurse to inspire and lead a dedicated nursing team at a renowned children's hospital. This role emphasizes compassionate care and strong leadership, aligning with the organization's strategic vision. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. Opportunities for professional development are abundant, ensuring that you can build on your leadership strengths while making a positive impact on patient care. If you are passionate about nursing and leadership, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to high-quality healthcare.

Qualifications

• Inspirational leader with a passion for nursing and patient care.
• Experience in clinical education and leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a highly skilled nursing team in providing excellent care.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Compassionate Care

Clinical Education

Team Collaboration

Education

Nursing Degree

PVG Scheme Membership

Job description

We are recruiting to the post of Deputy Charge Nurse

NHS Lothian is excited to be recruiting a Deputy Charge Nurse at Dalhousie, Royal Hospital for Children and Young People.

We are looking for an inspirational leader who is caring, compassionate, and motivated to join our strong, empowered, and highly skilled nursing team.

Please note: As this post is part-time, the salary will be pro-rata.

Our Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan outlines our Vision, Ambitions, and Values that enable excellent care for our patients and service users. It demonstrates what you can expect from our organization and your opportunities for career development. We emphasize a collaborative, person-focused approach to deliver high-quality, compassionate, safe, and effective care. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can realize their full potential and contribute positively. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities and aim to develop a workforce with diverse skills and experiences.

We are interested in your passion for leadership development and your alignment with our Strategic Plan's values and ambitions. We support clinical education through our Clinical Education and Training team, education coordinators, robust induction programs, and preceptorships, helping you build on your leadership strengths.

Recruitment process

We use a values and competency-based recruitment process aligned with our Strategic Plan. Interviews are designed to be equitable, with questions shared in advance. Sample interview questions can be found on our Careers site: How to Apply – NHS Lothian Careers.

Additional information

For details on the role responsibilities and the skills/experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. If you have questions after reviewing these, contact Claire Sutherland, Senior Charge Nurse, at 0131 312 1336 or via email at [e-mail].

This role requires PVG Scheme membership/record. If you are not currently a PVG member for the relevant group (child and/or adult), you must apply for one through Disclosure Scotland and receive satisfactory clearance before starting.

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

NHS Scotland is committed to equality, diversity, and eliminating discrimination. We aim for a workforce that is truly representative and where every employee feels respected and able to perform at their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.