Community Nurse
Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Job reference: 263479
Job closing date: 11/11/2026
Location: Lochinver Location
Employment type: Permanent
Hours per week: 30
Department: Community Nursing
Employer: NHS Highland

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Community Nurse to join our team in Lochinver, West Sutherland.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated registered nurse to work as part of our community nursing team, providing high-quality, person-centred care to patients within their own homes and community settings.

The role offers a varied caseload and the opportunity to develop a broad range of community nursing skills, including assessment and care planning, wound management, long-term condition support, palliative and end-of-life care, and working closely with other health and social care professionals.

You will be joining a supportive team working across a rural locality, where good communication, flexibility and the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team are essential.

We welcome applications from experienced nurses as well as those who are newly qualified or new to community nursing, with support and development available to help you build your skills and confidence in the role.

Driving requirement
A driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes are essential due to the rural nature of the post. Pool vans may be available.

If you are looking for a varied and rewarding nursing role where you can make a real difference to people within their own communities, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Informal enquiries
Jenny Peasley - Integrated Team Manager - jenny.peasley@nhs.scot
Charlotte Appleby - APPL - charlotte.appleby@nhs.scot

Flexible Working

• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

How to apply

• Apply online through Jobtrain
• This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is advised.
• Ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence and can be verified through your identification documents.
• Do not upload a CV - CVs are not used for shortlisting
• Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date
• Once submitted, applications cannot be changed

Keeping in touch

• We will contact you by email
• Check your email (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account regularly

Support and accessibility

• If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please tell us

Internal candidates

• Some posts are internal only
• If you work for NHS Highland, make sure your Jobtrain profile shows this

What is it like to work for NHS Highland?
Visit nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers to find out more about living and working in our area. Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers.

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.