Deputy Senior Charge Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Dingwall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Dingwall is seeking a highly motivated Deputy Senior Charge Nurse. The role requires a minimum of 5 years experience as a Band 5 nurse, supporting ward leadership, staff management, and clinical audits. Candidates must have full UK NMC registration and a compassionate approach towards patient care. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a rehabilitation setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Band 5 for at least 5 years is essential; leadership experience is desirable.
• Ability to deliver high-standard nursing care.
• Knowledge of rheumatoid arthritis and infusion experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the senior charge nurse with off duty and staff management.
• Contribute to the leadership of the ward and infusion suite.
• Conduct clinical audits.

Skills

Compassionate care

Leadership

High standard of nursing care

Education

Full UK NMC registration

Job description

Overview

The Rehabilitation Ward at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Dingwall is looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic Deputy Senior Charge Nurse.

Previous experience as a band 5 for at least 5 years would be essential, and experience in a leadership role is desirable.

Role and responsibilities

The successful candidate would support the senior charge nurse with off duty, staff management, and clinical audits. They would also contribute to the leadership of the ward and the infusion suite/outpatient services.

Requirements

• Full UK NMC registration is mandatory.
• Experience as a Band 5 for at least 5 years is essential; leadership experience is desirable.
• Positive attitude, compassionate, considerate to others, and keen to learn and develop new skills and knowledge to aid professional development.
• Ability to deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients with rehabilitation and palliative care needs. Some knowledge of rheumatoid arthritis and experience with infusions would be beneficial.

How to apply / Additional information

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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among the workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for the workforce to be representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

• You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
• DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
• For help to complete an application on Job Train, please follow the guidance within the Jobtrain system.
• To view our accessibility statement, please refer to the Jobtrain accessibility resources.
• Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your e-mail address accurately.
• Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.
• We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.
• Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
• Some vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, update your Jobtrain profile to reflect NHS Highland employment.

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.