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247387 Staff Nurse Bank
Temporary Registered Nurse (Staff Bank) – NHS Dumfries and Galloway
NHS Dumfries and Galloway is recruiting for experienced registered nurses to join our Staff Bank, providing temporary staffing support across all inpatient wards to meet increased demand. This role is particularly important over the winter months and beyond, ensuring excellent patient care across our region.
About the Role
The NHS Dumfries and Galloway Staff Bank is a flexible pool of skilled and experienced registered nurses who work on temporary assignments across our trust. As a key part of our nursing team, you’ll make a true difference every day to the care of our patients.
Why This Role is Ideal for You
- Looking to work flexibly to match your lifestyle or personal commitments?
- Seeking additional shifts to complement a full/part-time nursing post?
- Wanting to expand your skills, gain experience, or earn extra income as a registered nurse?
- Need varied, self-directed hours with choice over shifts and departments?
You can fully tailor your workload to fit your availability—from full-time to part-time hours—across a range of shift patterns including:
- Day, evening, and night shifts
- Work and weekends
With online and telephone booking systems, you select the roles and shifts that suit your schedule in our preferred wards or units.
As a Bank Staff Nurse, you’ll contribute to:
- Assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating high-quality nursing care for patients
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, healthcare assistants, and other professionals
Key Responsibilities
- Provide temporary nursing support to meet staffing demands in inpatient areas
- Deliver compassionate, safe, and quality care aligned with NHS standards
- Work autonomously and flexibly under the NMC Code of Conduct and relevant policies
- Collaborate with colleagues in patient assessment, planning, and care delivery
- Maintaining awareness of public protection and safeguarding protocols
- Adapting quickly to different wards, teams, and care needs
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Requirements
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) with an active (live) PIN number
- Experienced registered nurse with strong clinical skills
- Committed to working flexibly and maintaining high patient safety standards
- Strong ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Willingness to be booked into various shifts and wards based on organisational need
Specific Considerations
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PVG Scheme/Scotcheck: Some roles may require a criminal records check (notify if applicable)
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Right to Work: You must have the legal right to work in the UK. This includes:
- Already holding work authorisation, or
- Valid eligibility for a UK work visa (check via Home Office website). Note: We cannot sponsor bank contracts.
- Understanding this check is mandatory and applies universally; failure to comply will result in removal from the recruitment process.
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International nurses will need full UK registration with the NMC (or relevant council).
Benefits
- Value and rewards for all team members
- We offer free, unlimited parking at our hospital sites throughout Dumfries and Galloway.
- Supporting a true professional service: Join us in providing exceptional care in a valued rural community.
- Difference made daily: Every shift brings the honour of supporting patients within a caring environment.
How to Apply
This position is open to nursing professionals at all career stages across all specialities.
Application details and portal >>Application Process
Important Notes for All Candidates
CVs
Do not upload a CV as this is not required and will not be considered for shortlisting.
Application Form
- Answer three mandatory questions demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role.
- These questions must reflect your personal experience and be original.
- Do not use AI without corrections: Answers should genuinely reflect you.
- Build responses in a word processor prior to submitting to Jobtrain.
- Strict 30-minute timeout applies after submission.
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Timing
Vacancies close at midnight on the advertised date, though heavy application volumes may require early closure. Submit promptly to secure consideration.
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Technical Support
- Jobtrain issues: Please visit Jobseeker Support Hub for technical assistance.
- Access for mobile: Best done using a PC, laptop, or tablet due to predictive extremes along live mobile suitability.
Contact
Informal enquiries are welcome via email: dg.nurse-bank@nhs.scot
Equal Opportunities
NHS Dumfries and Galloway aims to be representative of diverse talent. Requests for adjustments, reasonable accommodations, and support can be discussed during recruitment.
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Additional Details
All remuneration follows NHS Dumfries and Galloway’s salary structure for bank nurses. There’s no support unless validated with NMOS or for Study under our Purecourse.
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