Lead Nurse - Acute Ward Leader (Ward 6)

NHS National Services Scotland; Perth; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a Senior Charge Nurse to lead Ward 6 at Perth Royal Infirmary and drive high standards of care. The post is full time (36 hours) with weekday and occasional weekend/late shifts to meet site leadership needs.

The successful candidate will be registered with the UK NMC and bring expert clinical and management capabilities to our acute medicine team, supporting patient safety and staff development.

Qualifications

• Registered on UK NMC Part 1 or Part 2.
• Experience in acute medicine setting.
• Leadership and staff development skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the nursing team on Ward 6 Perth Royal Infirmary.
• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with MDT and Clinical Nurse Educator.
• Provide site leadership coverage as needed.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Team management

Clinical nursing

Acute care

Education

NMC registration

Job description

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a Senior Charge Nurse to lead Ward 6 at Perth Royal Infirmary and drive high standards of care. The post is full time (36 hours) with weekday and occasional weekend/late shifts to meet site leadership needs.

The successful candidate will be registered with the UK NMC and bring expert clinical and management capabilities to our acute medicine team, supporting patient safety and staff development.