SSN Ward 308 / Medical Stepdown
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, experienced, innovative, enthusiastic and caring Senior Nurse to become the Senior Staff Nurse within Ward 308, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, working as an integral part of the urgent and unscheduled care pathway.
A high level of interpersonal, communication and organisational skills are essential. You must be able to provide evidence of your professional development. Successful candidates must support and help lead and participate in the ongoing development of services in Ward 308.
This is a challenging and rewarding post in which the successful candidate will take responsibility for facilitating and providing clinical leadership and ensuring the delivery of high quality nursing care to acutely unwell patients in this critical care environment.
Management experience and evidence of continuing professional development is essential. A genuine interest in the care of patients with complex medical conditions is essential. Excellent leadership skills will be vital to help develop the nursing team.
The successful candidate will help support the SCN in the delivery of quality and service improvement to ensure the provision of safe and effective person-centred care. The candidate will also be expected to help lead audit and support the SCN in taking forward the nursing standards set out in the NMC Code and NHS Grampian’s Plan for the Future reflecting the organisations values. By joining us you will be part of a progressive team committed to diversity, excellence and achievement. Being flexible to work as the situation and service require, would be an essential aspect of this post
The successful candidate should have substantial experience at band 5/6 level within an acute hospital setting. For informal enquiries please contact
Alison Mitchell (Nurse Manager), Alison.mitchell14@nhs.scot 01224 552749.
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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