215856 - Deputy Charge Nurse (FWW)

Ayrshire; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire & Arran seeks a Deputy Charge Nurse for the Emergency Department at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. This role involves managing patient care, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Candidates should have advanced clinical expertise and emergency nursing experience, with a commitment to supporting staff development.

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency nursing or relevant specialties is essential.
• Willingness to participate in research and audits.
• PVG Scheme membership required.

Responsibilities

• Assessing care needs and evaluating care plans.
• Managing the department in the absence of a Senior Charge Nurse.
• Providing leadership and supporting staff development.

Skills

Advanced clinical expertise

Emergency nursing experience

Leadership

Ability to function under pressure

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

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We anticipate high interest in this position, so early application is encouraged as the vacancy may close early once sufficient applications are received.

Band 6 Emergency Department Deputy Charge Nurse

Two exciting opportunities have arisen within our Band 6 Deputy Charge Nurse Team in the Emergency Department at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. The role involves assessing care needs, evaluating care plans, and ensuring high-quality patient care. In the absence of a Senior Charge Nurse, the post holder will manage the department, supervise staff, and ensure service delivery.

The post holder is responsible for clinical and staff governance, providing leadership, supporting staff development, and functioning effectively under pressure. Advanced clinical expertise, experience in emergency nursing or relevant specialties, and willingness to participate in research and audits are essential.

Hours: 37 hours per week, rotational shifts including days and nights (12.5-hour shifts).

This role requires PVG Scheme membership. If not currently a member, an application must be made and deemed satisfactory before starting.

For more details, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. For questions, contact SCN Nadine Somerville or Kerry Mackay at 0131 2421330 or via email.