Treatment Room Nurse (Ref: 227728)
Temporary Contract until 31/09/26
Part Time - 22 hours per week
Band 5 - Salary Range £ 33,247 - £41,424 per annum (pro rata)
Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £2,482 per annum (pro rata)
Are you are an experienced Qualified Nurse, who is enthusiastic about your role and wants to make a difference? If so we want you to join us working as part of the nursing team delivering care to the population of Shetland in a primary care and community setting.
Working predominantly in the Unst Health Centre you will be able to complete treatment room nursing skills for our population. The role of the Practice Nurse is a key member of the practice team. You should be proactive health engagement, health prevention and health management. Be able to provide comprehensive and personalised care to individuals across their lifespan and are directly accessible by the whole practice population
Please note that current NMC registration is essential for this post. A commitment to delivering evidenced based care and patient safety is essential. You will work independently based in the Unst Health Centre working closely within the community nursing team and the GP. You may work across Primary Care Nursing and the community nursing team when required.
Skills in phlebotomy, ECG, Ear Irrigation, Wound Management, Spirometry, Smear testing, Long Term Condition management would be advantageous but training can be provided. Full driving license is preferred and a willingness to work autonomously is essential. All these qualities, combined provide a pivotal role within the wider multi-disciplinary practice team which contributes significantly to improving health outcomes and reducing health inequalities.
This contract is for a fixed-term period until 31/09/26. The reason for the fixed-term contract is to cover a career break. If you wish to apply for this post as a secondment opportunity, you will need to discuss with your line manager before submitting an application.