NHSL 216529 Senior Charge Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Senior Charge Nurse RAF for the Western General Hospital Radiology Nursing team. This role involves leadership and managerial responsibilities, ensuring safe clinical practices and maximizing service provision. Candidates should be compassionate leaders with a commitment to excellence and inclusivity in nursing care.

Benefits

Robust education and training programs

Support for career development

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior nursing role required.
• Must have PVG Scheme membership.
• Strong leadership and clinical governance skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clinical, professional, and managerial duties 24/7.
• Ensure safe and effective clinical practice.
• Maximize service provision and meet guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Clinical Governance

Education

Registered Nurse

PVG Scheme Membership

Job description

Please note: As this post is part-time, the salary will be pro-rata.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

Please note: We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please complete and submit your application early.

The use of the terms “Senior” or “Junior” in this post refers only to the level of experience and responsibility, not age. Applications from people of all ages are welcome, provided they meet the relevant criteria.

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role," your appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Any changes to the current requirements will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details, visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.

This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If not currently a member, an application must be made to Disclosure Scotland and approved before starting.

The role includes clinical, professional, and managerial responsibility on a 24-hour basis, including all clinical and staff governance issues. The post holder is responsible for maximizing service provision, ensuring safe and effective clinical practice, and meeting all guidelines and targets.

For more information about the role and the skills/experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification linked at the bottom of the screen. If you have questions, contact [e-mail] or [e-mail].

We are recruiting for the position of NHSL 216529 Senior Charge Nurse RAF at NHS Lothian, Western General Hospital Radiology Nursing.

We seek an inspirational leader who is caring, compassionate, and motivated to join our skilled nursing team.

Our Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan outlines our vision, ambitions, and values, emphasizing excellent, compassionate, safe, and effective care. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, supporting career development, and building a workforce with diverse skills and experiences. We value your passion for leadership and your alignment with our strategic goals. Our organization offers robust education, training, induction, and preceptorship programs to support your development.

Our recruitment process is values and competency-based, aligned with our Strategic Plan. We aim to provide an equitable interview experience, with questions shared in advance. See our interview questions at: How to Apply – NHS Lothian Careers.