Charge Nurse - Elderly Acute Care Leader

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Scotland is looking for a Charge Nurse to join their Care of the Elderly team. The role requires leadership in a 30-bedded unit, providing high-quality care to vulnerable patients. Key responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring clinical standards, and contributing to education and audits. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience at Band 5 level, excellent communication and leadership skills, and a strong commitment to personal development. A rotational shift pattern applies.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience at Band 5 level within a relevant healthcare setting.
• Motivated and organised individual with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to contribute to education and audit.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement standards of good nursing care in the unit.
• Supervise qualified and unqualified staff to ensure high-quality care.
• Provide clinical guidance and deputise for the Senior Charge Nurse.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

Experience at Band 5 level

Job description

A major healthcare provider in Scotland is looking for a Charge Nurse to join their Care of the Elderly team. The role requires leadership in a 30-bedded unit, providing high-quality care to vulnerable patients. Key responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring clinical standards, and contributing to education and audits. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience at Band 5 level, excellent communication and leadership skills, and a strong commitment to personal development. A rotational shift pattern applies.