Advertised location: Inverness
Advertised salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Employment type: Permanent

The Surgical Day Case Unit and Common Admissions Lounge is a dynamic and efficient ward which has opportunities for development in a career pathway in a variety of specialities within the surgical and anaesthetic speciality.

We are looking for an outgoing, enthusiastic, caring and compassionate staff nurse who wants the challenge of delivering high quality, patient-centred care in a busy and dynamic ward, and has the attributes to adapt to the diversity of the role. Working on a busy surgical ward you will gain wide exposure to all surgical specialties whilst gaining competency in many clinical skills.

Previous surgical experience is not required as we offer a supportive and tailored development programme with clinical education and a supernumerary period.

We operate a 12.5 hour shift pattern which may include days and some weekend and night shifts.

For any informal enquiries please contact Jean Martin on Jean.martin4@nhs.scot

Additional information for candidates
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
• Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
• Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace 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

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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?

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