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Overview
Are you interested in being part of the West Caithness Integrated Health and Social Care Team as a Community Staff Nurse? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who wishes to join our team to provide care and support to patients in their own homes across West Caithness.
A full UK driving licence is essential and a pool car may be available; however, applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes, if required.
This post is based in Thurso but you would be expected to travel across West Caithness. Community Nursing work a 7 day rota. Applicants are required to be on the NMC UK register, as a Registered General Nurse.
In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we provide a supportive working environment and access to further training and development opportunities.
This is a part-time 30 hours per week post, worked in accordance with service requirements. This is fixed term to 8th June 2026.
Responsibilities
Provide care and support to patients in their own homes across West Caithness as part of the community nursing team.
Qualifications and requirements
* Registered with the NMC UK as a General Nurse (RGN).
* Full UK driving licence is essential; access to own vehicle may be required for work purposes.
* Willingness to travel across West Caithness and work a 7 day rota.
Informal enquiries
Informal enquiries to: Marie Cuthbert, Interim District Manager, email: Marie.Cuthbert2@nhs.scot; Tel: 07974 107022. Alternatively contact Laura Bremner, District Nursing Sister/Caseload Holder, email: laura.bremner@nhs.scot; Tel: 01847 808557.
Closing date and job reference
Closing date for applications: 24/09/2025. Job Ref: RT 25819.
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