216506 Deputy Charge Nurse (KMc)

NHS National Services Scotland; Livingston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Deputy Charge Nurse for Ward 9 at St John's Hospital. The ideal candidate will be an inspirational leader, motivated to provide compassionate care and support a skilled nursing team. This role emphasizes collaboration, inclusivity, and alignment with the NHS values.

Qualifications

• Inspirational leader with a caring and compassionate approach.
• Motivated to join a skilled nursing team.
• Alignment with NHS values and ambitions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the nursing team in Ward 9.
• Provide excellent care for patients and service users.
• Foster a diverse and inclusive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Motivation

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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

** Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please ensure you complete and submit your application early. **

Position: Deputy Charge Nurse

NHS Lothian is recruiting for the role of Deputy Charge Nurse in Ward 9 - St John's Hospital.

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

Our Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan outlines our Vision, Ambitions, and Values, which enable us to provide excellent care for our patients and service users. It highlights what you can expect from our organization and what you can aspire to in your career development. Collaboration, person-focused care, and inclusivity are at the core of our mission. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture for our staff and service users, encouraging applications from all backgrounds and communities. We aim to develop a nursing and midwifery workforce with diverse skills and experiences, and we value your passion for leadership and alignment with our Strategic Plan's values and ambitions.

Our commitment includes robust clinical education through our Clinical Education and Training team, education coordinators, induction programs, and preceptorship, alongside support for your leadership development.

Recruitment Process

We employ a values and competency-based recruitment process aligned with our Strategic Plan. For Nursing and Midwifery roles within NHS Lothian, interview questions are shared in advance to ensure an equitable experience. Sample questions are available on our Careers site: How to Apply – NHS Lothian Careers.

Additional Information

For details about the role and the skills/experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification links at the bottom of the screen. If you have any questions after reviewing this information, please contact Debbie Burns at [e-mail].