NR235528 - Specialist Practitioner District Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Elgin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health service provider is seeking a Specialist Practitioner District Nurse in Elgin, Scotland. This full-time role focuses on community nursing, utilizing a 'Home First' approach to assess patients in their homes, thereby preventing unnecessary hospital admissions. Ideal candidates should possess NMC registration and a passion for patient-centered care. Competitive benefits and professional development opportunities are offered in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development support

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• NMC registration as a Specialist Practitioner District Nurse.
• Experience or nearing qualification with support for transition.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to listening.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients in their homes to prevent hospital admissions.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver care aligned with the Scottish Government’s initiatives.

Skills

Passion for person centred care

Confidence in advance clinical assessment

Strong communication skills

Growth mindset for improvement

Education

NMC registration as Specialist Practitioner District Nurse

Tools

Current drivers licence

Job description

Join Us as a Specialist Practitioner District Nurse (SPDN)

Location: Moray Coast, Buckie, and Linkwood (Elgin). Hours: Full-time, 37 hours/week. Positions Available: 1. Contract: Permanent.

Are you ready to shape the future of community nursing in Moray? NHS Grampian is expanding our team with a new Specialist Practitioner District Nurse role and we’re looking for passionate, forward-thinking nurses who thrive in multidisciplinary teams that listen, learn, and lead with care.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a values-led team that puts people first
• Shape new pathways and innovate in your practice
• Flexible working options considered, professional development, and wellbeing support
• Make a real difference – every single day

What You’ll Do

You’ll be at the heart of our “Home First” approach, assessing patients in their own homes to prevent avoidable hospital admissions and support safe, timely discharge from hospital – aligned with the Scottish Government’s Discharge Without Delay initiative. As a member of the multidisciplinary team you will build trusted relationships, work collaboratively with the service Moray wide to deliver care that truly puts people first.

What You’ll Bring

• NMC registration as a Specialist Practitioner District Nurse (2nd Year SPDN students will also be considered). If you’re nearing qualification, we’ll support your transition into the role and offer Annex 21 pay until you’re fully registered.
• A passion for person centred care and holistic assessment
• Confidence in advance clinical assessment/clinical decision-making and compassionate leadership
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to listening deeply
• A growth mindset – always looking for ways to improve care
• A full, current drivers licence and access to a car is essential.

If you’re driven by purpose, love working in the community, and want to be part of a team that’s caring, listening, and improving — we’d love to hear from you.

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Danielle McLeod, Moray Community Nurse Manager on [e-mail].

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The 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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

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NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.

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