NS244708 Senior Staff Nurse

The Infection Unit is looking for a hardworking, dynamic, proactive, and friendly nurse to join their senior nursing team in the Band 6 role.

Ward 111 consists of 26 beds looking after patients with both acute and chronic infections.

The post is rotational, working a 12-hour shift pattern on a day/night shift basis, although the shifts will be predominantly day shift in this role. The hours of work are 37 hours per week.

You will be responsible for supporting the SCN with the leadership and management of the ward on a day-to-day basis. The candidate will deputise for the SCN as required. You will demonstrate excellent leadership, confident communication, and effective organisational skills. Evidence of personal development will be expected with a willingness to contribute to education and audit.

Previous Infection unit/general medicine or Band 6 experience is beneficial although not essential.

Informal visits/discussions highly recommended, please contact Acting Senior Charge Nurse Jenn Paterson on 01224 559288 or email Jennifer.paterson6@nhs.scot

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.