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NHS Scotland
Location:
Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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Yes
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Job Reference:
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3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
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.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position
A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Registered Adult Nurse to contribute and deliver a comprehensive Primary Care Service within HMP Kilmarnock.
What you will do:
The role of the Staff Nurse in HMP Kilmarnock is very diverse and you will be involved the delivery of safe, effective, person centered care whilst contributing to improving health outcomes for this vulnerable patient group by; supporting patients with the management of long term conditions including the delivery of palliative care, responding to medical emergencies, the triaging of minor illnesses/injuries, delivering health promotion advice, administration of medication.
You will work as part of an extensive multidisciplinary team within the Health Centre in HMP Kilmarnock in partnership with the General Practitioners, Mental Health and Addiction Service.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
You must be able to demonstrate a commitment to caring for patients, many of whom have often suffered significant trauma, within a secure environment. You should be able to demonstrate current thinking in relation to both Primary and Emergency Care and a willingness to respond positively to change. You must be innovative, enthusiastic and flexible and be able to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
You will possess Registered Adult Nurse qualification and currently be registered with the NMC. You require to be educated to a minimum of degree level/or demonstrate relevant clinical experience
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Graham Trundle, Charge Nurse on 01563 548901
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/
Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates.
Please contact JobTrain Candidate Support Hub : https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home - for advice and support with any system issues.
Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.
Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk
We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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