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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.

As a Deputy Charge Nurse you will join the team within Station 2, University Hospital Ayr. This is a 23 bedded unit which receives emergency and elective surgery with a current focus on Vascular surgery and a longer term focus on general surgery. 

As a registered nurse with continuous professional development you will be highly motivated with good leadership skills and be able to support the Senior Charge Nurse in delivery of a high standard of patient care.

You must be able to work on your own initiative, implement change and also be part of the multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication skills are essential as are documentation skills and cohesive team working to ensure stability of the workforce. You will take charge of the ward on a regular basis and will assist in the continuous leadership and monitoring of the performance of the nursing team. 

Hours: 37.50 hours and 34.50 hours available.