Staff Nurse inEdinburgh inEdinburgh PUBLISHED SAT 18 JAN 2025

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INTERNAL ROTATION NHS NIGHTS PENSION WEEKEND

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Competitive starting salary of £35,813 WTE with potential to rise to £39,736, plus unsocial hours shift allowance.

Opportunity to provide compassionate, person-centered palliative care in a supportive hospice environment.

Flexible working options with both full-time and part-time positions available.

Access to professional and developmental training to enhance nursing skills and career progression.

Work within a multi-professional team dedicated to high standards of care for individuals with life-limiting conditions.

Contribute to a meaningful cause by making a positive impact on patients and their families in the community.

NHS Lothian is seeking dedicated Staff Nurses for positions at St Columba's Hospice in Edinburgh, offering both full-time and part-time roles. Starting salaries begin at £35,813 per annum (pro rata), with potential increases based on performance reviews, along with a benefits package that includes unsocial hours shift allowance and pension contributions. The ideal candidates should possess a demonstrated understanding of palliative care and relevant experience, enabling them to deliver specialized, evidence-based nursing care to inpatients with life-limiting conditions, while adhering to hospice policies and regulations.

Successful applicants will join a multi-professional team focused on maintaining high care standards and must exhibit strong communication skills and a commitment to working collaboratively. The positions involve a mix of internal rotation shifts, encompassing days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply promptly as interviews may occur before the closing date of January 20, 2025. For further inquiries, potential applicants can contact Sally Ramage directly.

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.

VACANCY

St Columba's exists to give everyone who needs it the very best hospice care. We're an independent charity at the heart of our local community, offering free, flexible and person-centred palliative care and support to our patients and their families.

Staff Nurse Roles

Starting Salary: Starting Salary: £35,813 WTE pro rata per annum (based on 37.5 hour week) (rising to £39,736 WTE subject to satisfactory performance review) + Unsocial Hours Shift Allowance + Pension + Benefits

Hospice Band: 5

Full & Part Time Positions

We currently have both full-time and part-time vacancies for Staff Nurses within the In Patient Unit. You’ll be joining a multi-professional team committed to delivering high standards of care to people living with life limiting conditions. You will need to demonstrate an understanding of palliative care and a desire to work in a caring environment, supported by previous relevant experience to enable you to provide evidence based, individualised specialist palliative nursing care to inpatients, whilst adhering to statutory regulations and Hospice policies.

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and forward thinking registered staff nurses - team players with well developed communication skills. We can offer a competitive salary and professional and developmental training. The successful candidates will work a mixture of internal rotation shifts, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

For an informal discussion, please contact Sally Ramage on .

For more information, an application form and job description, visit our website at or email

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we have a number of positions and may commence interviews prior to the closing date.

CLOSING DATE: 20 January 2025

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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.

2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.

Clinical Skills:

1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.

2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.

3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.

4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.

6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).

Soft Skills:

1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.

5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.

2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.

3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).

Continuing Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.

Employment Considerations:

1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.

2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.