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Staff Nurse – Acute Surgical Ward (12‑month Fixed Term)
NHS Ayrshire & Arran · Chandigarh
Job description
About the role
This 12‑month fixed‑term position is for a Staff Nurse on Ward 7 of Borders General Hospital. The ward provides acute surgical care across General Surgery, Gynaecology and Urology with 31 beds.
Key responsibilities
- Assess patient needs and deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care.
- Supervise registered and unregistered staff, as well as student nurses.
- Coordinate complex discharges in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members.
- Work flexibly across day and night shifts to support a 24/7 service.
Required profile
- Full UK NMC registration.
- Motivated, adaptable and able to make confident decisions without direct supervision.
- Experience in acute surgical environments is desirable.
- Willingness to support and mentor junior staff and students.
Required skills
- Clinical assessment and patient care planning.
- Supervisory skills for nursing teams.
- Knowledge of surgical ward procedures.
What we offer
- Supportive multidisciplinary team focused on continuous improvement.
- Opportunities for professional development within NHS Scotland.
- Competitive NHS benefits and a structured induction programme.
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