NHS Scotland
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
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Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Band 7
£52,845 - £61,46 pro rata/per annum
Plus Distant Islands Allowance £1,461 pro rata/per annum
18 hours
Permanent post
The above vacancy has arisen in the Emergency Department (ED) of the Western Isles Hospital and offers an excellent opportunity to join a small but dynamic team in an advanced practice role.
The Emergency Department in a rural setting is unpredictable and fast-paced, providing both emergency care and minor injury service but a rewarding role. Successful candidates are required to be able to work as independent practitioners with an expanded scope of practice, high analytical and judgement skills. Commitment to ongoing professional development, a high standard of practice and quality improvement. Proven experience at a minimum of 2 years as an ENP, Non-medical prescribing and ANP qualification are essential. The department currently operates 12.5-hour shifts on day/night rotation.
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You Should Have
- Appropriate NMC registration.
- Proven experience as Emergency Nurse Practitioner at Band 6.
- Post-graduate level Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification.
- Basic degree in Nursing, ENP training, Independent Nurse Prescriber qualification, up to date or commitment to completing ALS, EPLS & ETC/TNCC training.
- Commitment to delivery of person-centred care using sound evidence-based approach.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Able to work co-operatively and flexibly within a small team.
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For further information on the post, please contact Susan Macaulay, Emergency Department Manager, 01851 708261.
The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.
Any further queries, please contact Tel: 01851 762027.
Closing Date: 04/08/2026
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