Senior Practitioner Caseload Holder

Licensed sponsor Portree Full-time Posted 1 week ago

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our community nursing service in SLWR. The post is open to Community Nurses with the District Nursing Specialist practitioners qualification; or this post could be an ideal career development opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual who enjoys working in rural communities. The postholder will provide care in Community/District Nursing within a defined geographical area. Holding responsibility for the clinical caseload and supports the Integrated Team Manager in his/her leadership role. You will ensure the leadership and management of the nursing team along with the quality and standard of care delivered.

The qualified Community Nurse is a specialist community practitioner who provides holistic care and promotes independent living. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team supporting care home, carers, and voluntary sector and care at home staff, link practitioners and colleagues to enhance their knowledge and skills in health care management promoting avoidance of hospital admission where appropriate and supporting / facilitating early discharge..

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role along with over 2 years of community nursing experience.

For informal enquiries, please contact

Kate Earnshaw, District Manager kate.earnshaw@nhs.scot
Sophie Buchanan, Professional Lead District Nursing Sophie.buchanan@nhs.scot
Jenna Gettings, Advance Practitioner Professional Lead, Jenna,gettings@nhs.scot;

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.

Additional information for candidates

Flexible Working

Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

How to apply

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