Deputy Charge Nurse - General Surgery

NHS Scotland ,
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Overview

Job Description

NHS Lothian 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 Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society. ***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early*** For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, click on the links at the bottom of the screen to the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions please contact Kim Newton, 0131 242 1061 As part of a multidisciplinary team the post holder will have responsibility for assessment of care needs, evaluation of care plans, ensuring the delivery of high quality care to patients. In the absence of the ward manager the post holder will have continuing responsibility for the management of a ward area including supervision and deployment of staff. The post holder has responsibility and accountability for maintaining both clinical and staff governance.