Senior Charge Nurse

NHS Scotland; Ayr; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Charge Nurse at University Hospital Ayr. The role focuses on leading a dedicated nursing team in the Gastroenterology/Medical ward, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care. Candidates should be a registered nurse with significant specialty experience, an ability to work collaboratively, and a passion for maintaining high standards of caregiving.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• Significant experience in Gastroenterology or medical specialties.
• Ability to maintain up-to-date skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the nursing team in delivering high-quality care.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team members.
• Utilize resources and data for optimal patient care outcomes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Social skills

Leadership

Empathy

Diplomacy

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Significant post registration experience within the specialty

Working knowledge of Organisational Policies and Procedures

Job description

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Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Charge Nurse at University Hospital Ayr.

What you will do:

An exciting career progression opportunity has arisen within Station 9, our Gastroenterology / Medical ward at University Hospital Ayr. We are looking for a Senior Charge Nurse to join our dedicated team. As Senior Charge Nurse you will nurture and develop the nursing team to ensure an excellent skill set provide high quality person centred care that meets the needs of our patients and provides support to their families and carers . As an individual you will have excellent communication and social skills who works well with and through a range of multi-disciplinary team members to achieve high quality of care throughout the patient’s journey. Your natural style as an integrated leader of people with strengths of empathy diplomacy and a passion to maintain high standards will equip you for this role. You will have a sound knowledge and understanding of Gastroenterology, and general medical conditions and will seek best results through appropriate use of people resources and data

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

• You will be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Significant post registration experience within the specialty
• Working knowledge of Organisational Policies and Procedures.
• Ability to keep relevant skills / knowledge updated and documented

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours:

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