Deputy Charge Nurse

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Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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Position

An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Deputy Charge Nurse at University Hospital Ayr.

What you will do:

The ward has 24 inpatient beds which delivers care to a variety of patients that can be managed in a safe and effective manner.

You must be able to demonstrate your ability to support the Senior Charge Nurse in meeting the clinical, corporate and staff governance standards. You will also be able to act as a resource within the specialty, supporting others with the clinical and organizational decision making.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.

Significant post registration experience, within a sound knowledge and experience in the speciality.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills are essential. You will deliver individualised person centred care and ensure patient safety at all times.

You will work as part of the team, demonstrating a positive “can do” attitude, commitment, dedication, flexibility and reliability in delivering a high quality service.

Hours:

34.1 per week

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From 1 April 2024, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change workers in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37.5 to 37 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran will implement this change but it may not be possible to fully transition from 1 April and there may therefore be some areas of the organisation where implementation may take longer. If the department is currently unable to safely accommodate the reduced hours from 1st April, you may be required to work 37.5 hours per week (pro rata for part-time staff) until the department can meet the requirements without impacting patient safety - you will, of course, be remunerated accordingly. NHS Ayrshire and Arran is committed to full implementation of the 37 hour working week across all areas as soon as it is safe to do so