NHS Scotland
Bank Registered Nurse
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Bank Registered Nurse
Location: Western Isles Hospital, Macaulay Road, Stornoway, HS1 2AF
Band: 5 - £34,544 - £43,039 pro rata
Plus: £1,461 Distant Islands Allowance pro rata
Hours: As Required
About the Role
We seek to recruit Registered Nurses to join our BANK nursing teams in our Hospitals and Community in Lewis and Harris. The main location is Western Isles Hospital. These bank posts offer successful candidates the opportunity for continuing professional development in diverse and varied settings in both community and hospital settings. The ability to work independently is desirable but not essential for both areas.
Responsibilities
- The provision of professional nursing care to meet the individual needs of the patient population.
- Accountability for the delivery of such care.
- The assessment of care needs.
- The development, implementation, and evaluation of programs of care.
- Facilitation and support of staff development in the hospital and community areas.
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Experience of nursing patients in an acute and/or community environment is essential. Evidence of ongoing professional development is essential.
Requirements
- NMC registered.
- Can be from General Nursing or Mental Health.
How to Apply
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.
On your application, please indicate which island you would wish to work on, though travel can be arranged between each. Also indicate which branch of nursing you are registered with.
Contact
For informal enquiries, please contact Mairi Smith, Bank Manager, Tel No: 01851 704704 ext. 2297 or mairi.smith2@nhs.scot
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Application Process
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Additional Information
The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) Scheme. This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
Closing Date: 31/12/2026
Applications will be considered on a monthly basis.
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