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Staff Nurse - Ward 1
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NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Band 5 - Salary Range £33,247 - £41,424 per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time posts)
Plus Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum (pro‑rata)
Relocation Assistance of up to £8,000 available
Full and part‑time hours available
Rotational post requiring both day and night shift working
Substantive
Ward overview Our surgical ward provides care to adult and paediatric patients from a wide range of specialities including ENT, Ophthalmology, Max Fax, Dental, Orthopaedic, paediatric, as well as general surgery. This busy, diverse ward has 22 beds and incorporates a 2‑bedded critical care unit.
Responsibilities
All aspects of care for patients undergoing surgery both as emergencies and list admissions
Ensure the environment is safe and effective for delivery of care to adults and children
Provide excellent care from admission to discharge
Participate in ward audit, clinical quality indicators and safety cross‑data collection
Flexibility to work in other areas of the organisation, either hospital or community based, is also essential
Qualifications
Registered General Nurse
Previous surgical experience would be an advantage, though not necessary
Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are essential
Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made
Closing date 16/11/2025
Interview date 24/11/2025
Equal opportunities In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
For an informal discussion, please contact Sheila Umphray on 01595 743359.
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Staff Nurse - Ward 1
role at
NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Band 5 - Salary Range £33,247 - £41,424 per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time posts)
Plus Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum (pro‑rata)
Relocation Assistance of up to £8,000 available
Full and part‑time hours available
Rotational post requiring both day and night shift working
Substantive
Ward overview Our surgical ward provides care to adult and paediatric patients from a wide range of specialities including ENT, Ophthalmology, Max Fax, Dental, Orthopaedic, paediatric, as well as general surgery. This busy, diverse ward has 22 beds and incorporates a 2‑bedded critical care unit.
Responsibilities
All aspects of care for patients undergoing surgery both as emergencies and list admissions
Ensure the environment is safe and effective for delivery of care to adults and children
Provide excellent care from admission to discharge
Participate in ward audit, clinical quality indicators and safety cross‑data collection
Flexibility to work in other areas of the organisation, either hospital or community based, is also essential
Qualifications
Registered General Nurse
Previous surgical experience would be an advantage, though not necessary
Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are essential
Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made
Closing date 16/11/2025
Interview date 24/11/2025
Equal opportunities In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
For an informal discussion, please contact Sheila Umphray on 01595 743359.
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