NHS Highland
Genetics Nurse Specialist
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Genetic Specialist Nurse
We are seeking a Genetic Specialist Nurse to join the North of Scotland Clinical Genetics Service, who will be based in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness. This Service serves a population of around 850,000, covering Grampian, the Highlands, Shetland, Orkney, and the Western Isles. It comprises a team of Clinical Geneticists, Genetic Counsellors, Genetic Research Nurses/Associates, Administrative, and Molecular and Cytogenetic staff.
The service has strongly established links with Child Health Services (including Community Child Health and Learning Disability Services), with Maternity Services at Aberdeen Maternity Hospital, and with Acute Medical and Surgical Services for adults. There is also close collaboration with the University of Aberdeen Institute of Medical Sciences and Applied Health Sciences.
We are seeking a highly motivated nurse with a keen interest in the science of underlying disease and translating this to patient care. The ability to learn and be flexible in care delivery models is essential to this role where the care of the family unit is key.
The successful candidate will join the existing Genetics team in Inverness. He/she will work with the team to manage the mixed case-load including a variety of general genetic conditions, cancer genetics, cardiac, and pre-natal genetics. The team see patients across the life course, from pre-pregnancy and fertility conversations, childhood, adult, and late onset disease. The successful candidate will work towards running clinics for some inherited conditions. He/she will demonstrate an understanding of the psychosocial impact of how genetic conditions affect patients and their families.
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Participation in teaching and research is encouraged and there will be opportunity to network with colleagues in the other National Genetic Centres in Dundee, Edinburgh, and Glasgow at various forums and study days.
Applicants must be an experienced registered nurse. Some genetic knowledge and experience of working with Clinical genetics would be an advantage.
Informal enquiries are welcomed to
- Genetic Counsellor Annie Johnes email: tel 01224558949
- Genetic Counsellor Lesley Snadden email: tel 01224553660
- Clinical Nurse Manager Julie English Email
Additional information for candidates
Flexible Working
Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.
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