Staff Nurse Frailty Unit
Location: Borders General Hospital, Melrose, Scotland, United Kingdom
Date posted: 2 days ago
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Borders General Hospital for a flexible, enthusiastic individual to join the new Frailty Unit.
This role is permanent, flexible hours, band 5.
Responsibilities
* Assess care needs of frailty patients.
* Develop, implement, and evaluate programmes of care.
* Set standards of care.
* Carry out all relevant forms of care.
* Regularly take charge of the ward in the absence of the person in charge when continuing responsibility.
Qualifications
* First level registration (band 5).
* Relevant study to support application.
* Experience within frailty desirable.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Contact
For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, please view the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions please contact Jennifer Anderson, Clinical Nurse Manager or Kirsten Graham, Clinical Service Manager.
EEO Statement
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.
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