Senior Healthcare Worker

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Dunbar; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire & Arran is seeking a motivated and caring individual to join the Dunbar Hospital team in Dunbar. The role involves caring for inpatients and supporting the Minor Injuries Unit, with a focus on developing skills and undertaking training as needed.

The position is part-time, 23 hours per week, on a rotational contract, with a fixed term ending 27/06/2027. Informal enquiries are welcome to Katherine Barker, Senior Charge Nurse, and the post notes no visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Experience in care of the elderly/palliative care preferable.
• Motivated, caring and courteous person.

Responsibilities

• Care for inpatients and support the Minor Injuries Unit.
• Assist with general ward duties and patient care according to service requirements.

Job description

An opportunity has arisen to become part of our small team at Dunbar Hospital, Thurso caring for inpatients and supporting the Minor Injuries Unit.

We are looking for a motivated, caring and courteous person to help us provide good quality care. Candidates should be enthusiastic and keen to develop skills and undertake additional training in order to develop their role. Experience in care of the elderly/palliative care preferable.

We are confident you will enjoy working with our small welcoming team.

This is a part time fixed term post of 23 hours per week, working 12.5 hour shifts (rotational contract), in accordance with service requirements and in agreement with line management. Job-share candidates will also be considered. This is a Fixed Term position with an end date of 27/06/2027.

Informal enquiries will be welcomed by Katherine Barker, Senior Charge Nurse, email: [e-mail], alternatively, you can call Dunbar directly on 01847 893263 and ask to speak with the senior nurse on duty.

Please note 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.