NHS Ayrshire & Arran
KM258363 - Staff Nurse / NGN
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About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Nurse to join Fraser Ward at Royal Cornhill Hospital. This is a Band 5, permanent position, working full time at 36 hours per week. The post holder will be expected to carry out rotational shift work, across dayshift and nightshift. Applicants must be a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with current NMC registration, or a New Graduate Nurse (NGN).
Responsibilities
We are looking for a motivated individual with an eagerness to develop their nursing skills within Adult Mental Health services. The successful candidate will possess strong clinical knowledge, demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice, and be dedicated to providing high quality person-centred care for individuals experiencing acute mental health illness. The successful candidate will also work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care for patients.
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Fraser Ward is an acute adult mental health ward providing care for patients aged 18 to 65 years from across Aberdeenshire. The ward also accepts CAMHS admissions, requiring close partnership working with a range of services to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients and their families.
Requirements
Candidates should demonstrate an understanding of current legislation, policy drivers, and best practice guidance relevant to acute adult mental health services. We are looking for a proactive and resilient individual who is committed to providing high quality care delivery within our dynamic mental health service.
Benefits
As a newly qualified nurse, you will be supported through Flying Start NHS, receiving structured learning, mentorship and development opportunities to help you transition confidently from student to registered practitioner. You will work alongside experienced nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, safe and effective care that places patients and their families at the heart of everything we do.
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An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates.
Application Details
Interviews will take place 27 October 2026
Informal enquiries should be made to the following: Christen Pirie, Senior Charge Nurse – christen.pirie@nhs.scot Lucy Gear, Deputy Charge Nurse – lucy.gear@nhs.scot Megan McArdle – megan.mcardle@nhs.scot Tel: 01224 557228
Equality and Diversity
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.
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