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.
We have an exciting and challenging opportunity to join our small, enthusiastic Health Improvement Team within the Public Health Directorate. This post will cover the NNU and the children’s ward supporting audit, training and clinical support for families to enable continued breastfeeding. Completion of the Unicef BFI training is required and a passion for breastfeeding is essential. This post will support the work of the maternity acute breastfeeding coordinator and candidates must be driven, be able to work on own initiative and be very organised and approachable. An ability to work on your own while being supported by staff is required. This post is for a one year fixed contract opportunity.
You will work within the NNU and children’s ward in Raigmore Hospital.
Informal enquiries can be directed to: Karen Mackay, Senior Health Improvement Specialist: karen.mackay3@nhs.scot
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