Senior Charge Nurse

Senior Charge Nurse - Ravenscraig In Patient Ward

Ravenscraig inpatient ward is looking for a highly motivated individual to join the team as a Band 7 Senior Charge Nurse. This role leads new ways of working within a highly motivated team, fostering innovation, and partnering with wider multidisciplinary teams to deliver high standard care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing team in line with the Senior Charge Nurse job description.
• Take 24 hour continuing responsibility for the ward they manage.
• Work a shift pattern in line with clinical need and participate in the Senior Charge Nurse rota.
• Facilitate comprehensive induction and educational development for staff.

Qualifications

• First Level Registered Mental Health Nurse with significant post registration experience.
• Relevant speciality experience and appropriate post registration training.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent skill gained through experience, or willingness to undertake further academic studies.

Other Requirements

• Become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme prior to appointment.
• Demonstrate right to work in the United Kingdom before submitting an application.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its 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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.