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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated District Nurse Specialist Practitioner to join the Nairn & Ardersier Community Nursing Team on a permanent basis.
The Nairn & Ardersier Community Nursing Team is committed to delivering high quality nursing care across its local communities.
The successful applicant will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service which will mean rotation of shifts to ensure service provision over 7 days.
The post holder will hold a Specialist Practitioner District Nursing qualification and be accountable for planning, coordinating and delivering safe and effective person-centred care.
The post holder must be able to evidence excellent clinical leadership and change management skills. It is essential for the post holder to demonstrate high quality communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to inspire, empower and motivate the team, demonstrating the pillars of an advanced practitioner. The post holder should be self-motivated, have an in-depth knowledge of community nursing, excellent communication, leadership and networking skills. This challenging but rewarding post sits within a well-established Integrated Adult Heath and Social care team.
The Nairn and Ardersier Community Nursing Team agenda is to provide the highest quality of patient care and the best possible patient experience & outcomes. NHSH is a values-based organisation and are passionate about and committed to the values of NHS Scotland which are:
Dignity and Respect · Openness, Honest and Responsibility · Quality and Teamwork · Care and Compassion
A requirement of the post is to be a registered Nurse, with a Specialist Qualification in District Nursing with a valid UK NMC registration and have a driving licence with access to a car.
Start date for position 01/09/2026
Informal enquiries to Team Managers-
Sarah Nicolson; Tel: 01667 422702, Email: sarah-jane.nicolson@nhs.scot
Caroline Rusk; Tel: 01667 422702, Email: caroline.rusk@nhs.scot
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.
Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.
Care and compassion | Dignity and respect | Openness, honesty and responsibility | Quality and teamwork |
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