Senior Community Nurse

NHS Scotland; Coll; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland’s Highland region is seeking a Community Nurse to lead health and social care for residents on the Island of Coll, a remote Hebridean community with a small population and strong local ties.

You will work with a multi-disciplinary team, including the resident GP and social care partners, to deliver person-centred care across the lifespan. Flexible working and relocation/accommodation support can be discussed.

Qualifications

• RN with DNSPQ preferred or evidence pod relevant ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead on health and social care for individuals on Coll.
• Work with resident GP and social care partners and neighbouring islands.
• Provide truly person-centred care across the lifespan.

Job description

Are you looking for a change?

A new post, in a new location, then why not consider a move to the Island of Coll.

The Island of Coll is a small island 4 miles west of Mull in the Inner Hebrides. Approximately 13 miles long and 3 miles at it’s widest. Coll has a population of approximately 170, but as a popular tourist destination this can increase. Coll is known for its spectacular natural scenery, beautiful beaches, flora, fauna and wildlife. Coll offers a wonderful local school. The Island of Coll is easily accessible to the mainland with regular ferry and air services.

If you want to be part of a remote and rural island community where you can deliver truly person-centred care and support, to individuals across their lifespan then this may be the opportunity you have been looking for.

The Community Nurse will lead on health and social care for individuals on Coll.

The Community Nurse is part of a wider multi-disciplinary team. Close working exists with the resident GP and social care partners and neighbouring islands

If you think you are the person that can rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity and a RN with DNSPQ preferred or evidence pod relevant ongoing professional development, then this is the post for you.

Consideration can be given to a flexible working pattern. Support with relocation and accommodation can also be discussed.

Informal enquiries to: Susan Hendry. Community Nursing Team Lead ; email: [e-mail]

Please note that due to the hours offered, this post is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship and a CoS cannot be provided.

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.

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork