Staff Nurse - Suitable for Newly Qualified Nurses

Role overview

We are seeking a motivated and caring Registered Nurse to join the Acute Surgical Assessment team on Ward 5C within the Surgical Directorate. This is a busy, high-pressure ward that accepts direct admissions across several surgical specialities, including General Surgery, Colorectal, Upper GI and Urology.

What the role involves

You will work in an acute surgical environment where priorities can change quickly. The role calls for someone with excellent clinical judgement and strong communication skills, who can adapt confidently to the demands of a fast-moving ward. You will be involved in assessing and admitting patients, supporting safe care delivery, and contributing to improvement activity within the team.

There will also be opportunities to build experience in triage and shift coordination, while receiving full training and clinical development support. Surgical experience is helpful but not mandatory.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will be flexible, calm under pressure, and committed to person-centred care. We want someone who sets a positive example for others, helps maintain a supportive team environment, and consistently promotes safe and compassionate nursing practice.

Equality and inclusion

NHS Scotland is committed to equality, diversity and fair treatment across its workforce. Applications are encouraged from all sections of society, and the organisation aims to create a workplace where everyone is respected and able to perform at their best.

Additional information for candidates

• Please make sure the address on your application matches your current residence and can be confirmed by your identification documents.
• Applications are welcomed from Gaelic speakers.
• The application must be completed through the Jobtrain process.
• CVs should not be uploaded, as they will not be considered for shortlisting.
• Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date.
• For help with the application process, candidates can use the NHS Scotland application guidance resources.
• An accessibility statement is available for the recruitment system.
• All correspondence will be sent by email, so your email address must be entered correctly.
• Please check your email regularly, including junk folders, and also monitor your Jobtrain account for updates.
• Support is available through the Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub for any technical issues.
• Using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge is recommended when accessing the application system.
• After submission, no changes can be made to the application.
• Some vacancies may be restricted to internal candidates only; staff should ensure their profile is updated appropriately.

About the employer

NHS Highland is one of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland and covers a very large geographic area across Highland and Argyll & Bute. With more than 10,700 employees, it is a major employer in the region and plays an important role in the local economy. The organisation values a positive culture built on shared behaviours and daily practice.

Values

Care and compassion, dignity and respect, openness, honesty and responsibility, and quality and teamwork are central to how the organisation works.

Contact

For informal enquiries, please contact [email protected].