Staff Nurse

TN United Kingdom; Scotland; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a motivated Band 5 Staff Nurse to join a dedicated team in a picturesque island setting. This role offers unique challenges and rewards in a remote environment, focusing on patient-centered care and skill development. The successful applicant will work across various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care for the communities of Barra and Vatersay. With a supportive team and a vibrant local culture, this position promises to be both fulfilling and enriching for those seeking to make a difference in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care across Hospital and Community settings.
• Collaborate with the Integrated team to serve local communities.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Continuing Professional Development

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

Job Title: Staff Nurse (Band 5)

Salary: £31,892 - £39,735 per annum (pro rata)

Plus Distant Islands Allowance: £1,349 (pro rata)

Hours: 14.5 hours per week

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Barra Nursing Team. This island post offers an interesting, rewarding, and challenging experience with ample opportunities for developing skills in a remote and rural setting. The Integrated team provides patient-centered care across the Hospital (3 beds), Emergency Room, and Community workload, serving the communities of Barra and Vatersay.

About the Location

The Islands of Barra and Vatersay are the smallest in the archipelago of the Western Isles, renowned for their idyllic beaches, sporting activities, strong community, and Gaelic culture. The island features the UK's only airport beach runway, offering excellent daily flights to the Mainland, along with a daily ferry service from Oban and five sailings to nearby islands.

Candidate Requirements

• Registered Nurse with a current NMC registration
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Full Driving Licence

Additional Information

For further details about this post, please contact SCN Julie Corby at Tel: [phone] or 01871 812021.

The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). Please note, this post is not eligible for relocation expenses.

All NHS Western Isles vacancies are listed on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, where you can also find a detailed job description.

For any further queries, please contact Tel: [phone].