Senior Charge Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Dundee is seeking a Senior Charge Nurse to lead the nursing team in Ward 1 of Ninewells Hospital. This role demands proven leadership skills and the ability to improve patient care standards. The ideal candidate must be registered as a nurse in the UK and possess experience in a leadership position. This is a full-time position with a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and flexibility to meet service needs.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills in a clinical setting.
• Previous post-registration experience required.
• Interest in cardiology and person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the nursing workforce in Ward 1.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and management.
• Ensure high standards of patient care.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Commitment to patient care

Education

Registered Nurse on UK NMC Register

Job description

Overview

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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

With effect from 01 April 2026, NHS Scotland is reducing its full-time working week from 37 to 36 hours per week, with no change in full-time pay.

Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse to join the multi-disciplinary team in Ward 1, within Ninewells Hospital. This Senior Charge Nurse post offers an excellent opportunity to lead and develop the nursing workforce within Ward 1, whilst also contributing to and leading on new service developments which reflect organisational change. You must be able to evidence proven leadership skills and previous success in driving change and improvement.

You must have the ability and commitment to work as part of a team delivering high standards of patient care and continue to improve patient experience. You must demonstrate the ability to provide effective day-to-day leadership and management of the nursing team within the unit, acting as a clinical expert. You should also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You should be able to demonstrate continued professional development and an interest in cardiology and person-centred care.

You will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of this service.

You must be registered on Sub part 1: RN1 or RNA or Sub part 2: RN2 of the UK NMC Register and have previous post-registration experience and previous experience in a leadership role.

Enquiries and Hours

Informal enquiries to: Christine Freel, Senior Nurse, CCG 2, Medicine Division Ninewells Hospital. Email: [e-mail]; Ph ext: 33852.

Hours of work are: 37 per week.

Shortlisting

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check

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