Critical Care Practitioner

NHS Scotland ,
Larbert, Stirling and Falkirk

Overview

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with an interest in acute nursing to join our intensive care team. Previous experience in intensive care nursing would be an advantage, but individuals with interest and potential from other backgrounds will also be considered. A high level of interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Applicants should be able to adapt to an unpredictable, rapidly evolving, technologically advanced work environment and able to cope with change. The ICU at Forth Valley Royal Hospital is a 19 bedded combined general unit caring for individuals with a variety of complex needs ranging from level 2 to full level 3 care including respiratory, renal and cardiac support. Informal enquiries to: Heather Riddoch or Susan Buchanan, Senior Charge Nurses on 01324 567216. The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail, therefore please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders). NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please contact the Recruitment Office on 0330 041 4694 if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application and/or interview.