Community Staff Nurse

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. 

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position

An opportunity has arisen for a Community Staff Nurse based at Girvan

What you will do:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced registered general nurse with current NMC registration to join our community nursing team. 

You will be based within a District Nursing team at Girvan Community Hospital although a requirement of the post holder will be a willingness to travel across Maybole/Girvan and wider South Ayrshire locality when required to meet the needs of the service. You will work in close partnership with colleagues across South Ayrshire ensuring an integrated approach to the delivery of compassionate care. You will also be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of service. 

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

Applicants should be motivated and self - driven with a commitment to developing and delivering a high standard of individualised care to patients within a community setting.  You will be an open, honest, approachable and responsible individual with proven ability to support excellent team working.  You will be expected to have a wide range of clinical knowledge and skills with evidence of continuous professional development.  Possessing these qualities will assist in driving high performance ensuring the provision of the best experience of care possible.  

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours: 

Post 1: 37 hours per week

UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:

Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:

Susan McLean Clinical Team Leader on or susan mclean3@aapct.scot.nhs.uk

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