Island Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Orkney seeks a Band 6 Community Nurse to deliver care in a remote setting. The role involves clinical leadership, community nursing, and emergency cover, offering a competitive salary and benefits. Join a dedicated team making a difference in Orkney's health services.

Benefits

Distant Islands Allowance

Attractive pension scheme

Work-life balance policies

Employee assistance programme

Discounts to local and national retailers

Qualifications

• Experienced Band 6 nurse with up-to-date clinical knowledge.
• Ability to work in a remote and rural setting.
• Forward-thinking and highly motivated.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care to the island population as part of a health team.
• Provide clinical and professional leadership for the Band 5 Community Nurse.
• Responsible for community nursing and emergency cover.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Leadership

Adaptability

Resourcefulness

Education

Registered Nurse (Band 6)

Job description

About the Organisation:
As Scotland’s smallest health board, NHS Orkney is driven by a bold vision: looking after our community and providing excellent care. Whether you’re starting your NHS journey or bringing expertise from another NHS employer, your skills will make a real difference to the health and lives of Orkney’s 22,000 residents.

About Orkney:

Orkney itself is nothing short of magical. With over 70 islands (20 inhabited), this breathtaking destination offers stunning landscapes, unique wildlife, and vibrant cultural and sporting activities. Recognised as one of the UK’s best places to live, Orkney promises a lifestyle like no other.

The Post:
The post holder will work as part of a small health team delivering care to the island population. You will be accountable and responsible for the clinical and professional leadership of the Band 5 Community Nurse and be adaptable, resourceful, professionally accountable and confident to work without the resource of a hospital at hand. The post holder will be responsible for community and practice nursing and provide emergency cover as required with 24 hours on call when on duty.

The Candidate:
Applications are invited from experienced Band 6 nurses who are forward thinking, highly motivated and can evidence up to date clinical knowledge and skills. You must have an interest in working and developing a wide range of skills in a remote and rural setting.

Location, Working Pattern and Contract Duration:
This post will be based at Stronsay or Westray GP Practice (Based to be agreed upon appointment)

The successful candidate will work: Part Time 30.15 hours per week

This post is on a Fixed Term Basis for 12 months whilst a service review takes place

It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NHS Orkney.

Benefits and Salary:
Did you know NHS Scotland salaries are higher than those in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland?

The salary for this post is on a Band 6 £39,912 - £48,635 and if residing on Orkney, you’ll also receive a Distant Islands Allowance of £1,587 pro rata per year, adding extra value to your rewarding career with us.

NHS Orkney also offers an attractive pension scheme, wide range of work life balance policies, employee assistance programme and various discounts to both local and national retailers.

Further Information:

If you share our vision and are ready to be part of Team Orkney, we’d love to hear from you. Your rewarding career starts here!

For further information please contact Gina Tait, Isles Network of Care Manager on [e-mail]