CI233003 - Staff Nurse SHDU & PTU

NHS National Services Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a highly motivated Band 5 Nurse to join a busy 18-bed unit in Aberdeen City, caring for Level 2 patients. The role demands strong leadership and excellent communication skills in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include providing nursing care in an acute setting, managing a varied workload, and working in a multidisciplinary team. A current UK NMC registration is essential, along with experience in infusion devices and patient monitoring. Attractive relocation allowance available.

Benefits

Valuable training opportunities

Attractive relocation allowance up to £8,000

Qualifications

• Current UK NMC registration is essential.
• Genuine interest in Surgical HDU and polytrauma nursing.
• Experience in an acute setting with infusion devices, invasive lines and patient monitoring is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and prioritise own workload while working well within a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide nursing care in an acute setting.
• Work a 12-hour shift pattern covering day and night rotations.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage workload

Education

Current UK NMC registration

Tools

Infusion devices

Invasive lines

Patient monitoring equipment

Job description

About this role

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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a highly motivated band 5 nurse to become part of a busy 18-bed unit caring for Level 2 patients, including all surgical specialties and polytrauma. It is a fast-paced environment that is constantly changing and developing.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and prioritise own workload while working well within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate leadership abilities, excellent communication skills and be able to motivate self and others.
• Provide nursing care in an acute setting, including experience with infusion devices, invasive lines and monitoring patients.
• Work a 12-hour shift pattern covering day and night rotations.

Qualifications and experience

• Current UK NMC registration is essential.
• Genuine interest in Surgical HDU and polytrauma nursing.
• Experience in an acute setting with infusion devices, invasive lines and patient monitoring is beneficial.
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload and work well within a team.

Benefits and logistics

• Valuable training opportunities available to advance critical care knowledge and skill.
• Attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 for successful candidates.
• Interviews will be held on 20 January 2026.

Additional information for candidates

As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at [e-mail].

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all.

Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.

Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.