Charge Nurse - Community

Nhs Western Isles; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Western Isles’ Uist Community Nursing Team in Benbecula is seeking an experienced Charge Nurse (Band 6) to lead and develop a multidisciplinary community nursing service across the Uists, including out-of-hours on-call coverage.

This 36-hour-per-week post offers autonomy, professional development, and the chance to make a tangible impact in a rural healthcare setting with superb work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with post-registration experience.
• District Nurse qualification preferred.
• Leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide autonomous community nursing care.
• Contribute to service development and improvement.
• Involvement in out-of-hours on-call service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

District Nurse qualification

Nurse registration

Job description

Uist Community Nursing Team

CHARGE NURSE - Community

Band 6 - £43,231 - £52,679 per annum

Plus £1,461 Distant Islands Allowance per annum

36 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Charge Nurse to join the Uist Community Nursing Team, based on the beautiful island of Benbecula in the Outer Hebrides.

The team provides a comprehensive community nursing service across the Uists, including an out-of-hours on-call service. This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the opportunity to work autonomously while leading and supporting a dedicated multidisciplinary team. The post offers continuous opportunities for professional development and service improvement.

Living and working in the Outer Hebrides provides an exceptional work-life balance, with stunning scenery, strong community connections, and access to a unique rural healthcare environment.

About You

Applicants should ideally hold a District Nurse qualification and be able to demonstrate effective leadership and team management skills. You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a flexible and collaborative approach to working, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Post-registration experience within community, medical, or acute care settings is desirable, although applications from candidates able to demonstrate transferable skills and relevant experience will be welcomed.

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse with relevant post-registration experience.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Informal enquiries to: Lizzie Bak, Senior Charge Nurse, [e-mail] 01870 603626.

The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) Scheme. This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.

All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.

CLOSING DATE: 06/11/2026

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