Benefits

Competitive pay rates

First sight of agency nursing shifts across multiple trusts

Excellent support from your own dedicated consultant

Revalidation support

24/7/365 service - we're available when you need us

NHS Ayrshire and Arran hospitals are looking for a diligent, knowledgeable agency Registered Nurse with recent NHS experience to come and join their team of health care professionals and specialists.

Working alongside a friendly, welcoming team of dedicated professionals, you will be utilising these resources to provide emergency treatment and ongoing medical care of the highest calibre to patients.

As a healthcare specialist, you will have access to a wide range of development and support packages to ensure you progress your skills and site specialities at every opportunity.

General key skills

In addition to your qualifications, as a Band 5 Registered Nurse, you will have:

Quick thinking abilities

Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Excellent attention to detail

A methodical approach to tasks

Excellent timekeeping

The ability to work well and under pressure

Empathy and understanding

A flexible attitude

A desire to learn and improve

Active listening skills

The ability to use a computer competently

Main Duties/Responsibilities

As a Band 5 Registered Nurse with NHS Ayrshire and Arran you will:

Provide constant monitoring and care for patients in a seriously ill or unstable condition.

Safely identify, prepare, check, and assemble equipment required for the relevant operating list.

Adhere to the NMC professional Code of Conduct.

Take blood/fit a cannula and undertake patient observations (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration rate and oxygen level) as patient need dictates throughout the shift.

Write care plans, perform assessments, and make referrals.

Organise admissions and discharges to and from the ward.

Qualifications/Licenses/Certifications

Be a Registered Nurse.

At least 2 years post-graduate experience.

6 months recent NHS experience within the last 3 years.

You will need to pass an enhanced background check.