Community Staff Nurse

An opportunity has arisen for a 1 year fixed term community nurse within the Mid Ross Community Nursing Team.

We are seeking a motivated and innovative Community Staff Nurse to join the Integrated Health and Social Care Team, covering a 7 day service.

The post holder will require a wide range of clinical skills and to work in a variety of settings including patients' homes, care homes and the community Investigation and Treatment Room. Previous Community experience desirable.

Additionally you will need the ability to work flexibly, autonomously and as part of a team along with good communication skills.

A full driving licence and use of your own car for work purposes are an essential requirement of the post.

Informal enquiries to Nicola Spence. District Nurse Team Lead Tel: 01349 862220 / Email: nicola.spence5@nhs.scot

Please note this post is not eligible for Visa sponsorship and a CoS cannot be provided.

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.

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

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

Support and Accessibility

• Help with applying: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/

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

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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?

• Visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers/ to find out more about living and working in our area
• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers

Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork