Advanced Nurse/Advanced Paramedic (Rural Support Team)

NHS National Services Scotland; Portree; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated Advanced Nurse Practitioners or Advanced Paramedic Practitioners to join their team in the stunning Isle of Skye. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in remote communities, providing essential care to both locals and tourists. Candidates should possess an MSc in Advanced Practice or be in the process of completing it, along with strong clinical decision-making skills. The position promises a supportive environment with a generous relocation package and opportunities for professional growth in advanced practice. Experience the beauty of Skye while making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Benefits

Generous relocation package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• MSc in Advanced Practice or working towards it.
• Highly developed clinical decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to the population of Skye and Lochalsh.
• Work alongside Rural Emergency Practitioners.

Skills

Advanced Clinical Decision Making

Autonomous Work

Problem Solving

Education

MSc in Advanced Practice

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.

Are you currently working as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner or an Advanced Paramedic Practitioner or about to complete your training? Are you interested in using your skills, knowledge and expertise in remote and rural communities? An opportunity has arose to join our motivated and dedicated team of practitioners serving the communities within Skye and Lochalsh across two hospital sites (Broadford and Portree). You would be providing care to the population of Skye (approximately 13,000). However, we do attract in the region of 1 million tourists every year so it is never dull.

You must have or be working towards the MSc in Advanced Practice, with highly developed clinical decision making skills and be able to work autonomously. An ability to think on your feet and sometimes out of the box is desirable. In return, we offer a generous relocation package and the opportunity to further develop your skills in advance practice working alongside our Rural Emergency Practitioners. We would welcome any informal visits.

The Isle of Skye and neighbouring Lochalsh are a world renowned area of natural beauty, offering lots of activities for individuals and families alike. There are mountains to climb, natural attractions to visits and lots of water activities too. There is also a thriving music scene here on Skye and lots of lovely cafes, restaurants and bars so there really is something for everyone.

To find out more about living and working on Skye, please visit the Work on Skye website: Home | Work On Skye

Informal enquiries to: Pamela Scally, Integrated Team Manager; email [e-mail]

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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

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NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.