Community Staff Nurses

NHS Highland; Golspie; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated Community Staff Nurses to join their dynamic team in Golspie. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential nursing care to patients with complex health needs, ensuring they receive high-quality, evidence-based support. The team operates seven days a week, fostering independence and preventing hospital admissions. With a commitment to professional development, this position is ideal for both experienced and newly qualified nurses looking to make a meaningful impact in their community. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and promotes a positive work culture.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be UK NMC registered.
• Newly qualified nurses are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated care for patients within 5 GP practices.
• Promote independence and prevent hospital admissions.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Nursing Care

Driving License

Education

RN DipHE

Nursing Degree

Job description

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Exciting opportunities have arisen within the East Sutherland Community Nursing Team for Band 5 Community Nurses to join our busy team, based in Golspie.

The team provides 7-day per week coordinated care for patients within the 5 GP practice catchments in East Sutherland. We provide care for patients with multiple pathologies and complex health and social care needs, aiming to promote independence, prevent hospital admissions, or facilitate discharge. We also provide palliative care for those wishing to remain at home.

The posts are suitable for flexible, enthusiastic, and motivated nurses committed to high-quality, evidence-based nursing care. Candidates must have excellent communication and time management skills, a full UK manual driving licence, be UK NMC registered, with an RN DipHE or Nursing Degree.

These are full or part-time permanent posts, covering a 7-day rota. Newly qualified nurses are welcome to apply.

For informal enquiries, contact Lynn Ross, Advanced Practitioner/Professional Lead, at 01408 664061 or email [e-mail], or Heather Taylor, Integrated Team Manager, at 01408 664016 or [e-mail].

Applicants should complete the application process on Jobtrain. Do not upload a CV. The deadline is midnight on the closing date. For assistance, refer to the provided support links. Ensure your email address is accurate and check your email regularly for updates.

NHS Highland covers Highland and Argyll & Bute, spanning 12,500 square miles. We aim to foster a positive environment and a supportive culture.

Note: NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours from 1 April 2024, with no change in pay. Some temporary adjustments may apply.