215856 - Deputy Charge Nurse (FWW)

NHS Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking an experienced Deputy Charge Nurse for the Emergency Department at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. The role involves assessing care needs, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Ideal candidates will have significant emergency nursing experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in emergency nursing.
• Advanced clinical expertise required.

Responsibilities

• Manage department in absence of Senior Charge Nurse.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Supervise and deploy staff.

Skills

Emergency Nursing

Leadership

Communication

Clinical Expertise

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Job description

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Position Overview

We are seeking experienced nurses to join our Band 6 Deputy Charge Nurse team within the Emergency Department at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. This role involves assessing care needs, evaluating care plans, and ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care. As a Deputy Charge Nurse, you will manage the department in the absence of the Senior Charge Nurse, including staff supervision and deployment. You will also be responsible for maintaining clinical and staff governance, providing leadership, and supporting staff development.

Qualifications and Skills

• Significant post-qualification experience in emergency nursing or a relevant specialty
• Advanced clinical expertise
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Willingness to participate in research and audit projects

Details

• Hours: 37 hours per week, rotational shifts including days and nights (12.5-hour shifts)
• Must hold a PVG Scheme membership/record or apply for one prior to employment

Additional Information

NHS Scotland values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of society. We support disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or neurodivergence by making reasonable adjustments during recruitment. Please apply early as the vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received. For more details, contact Nadine Somerville or Kerry Mackay at 0131 2421330 or via email.