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LJR251927 - Staff Nurse

Provide care for patients with complex needs within a nurse-led ward of up to 18 inpatient beds. Manage day case admissions for blood transfusions and IV medications while making independent nursing decisions.

  • On-site
  • Kincardine, ON
  • Posted Aug 13, 2026
  • Apply by Sep 12, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Arduthie Ward in Kincardine Community Hospital for a band 5 to become part of our team. The unit has up to 18 inpatient beds and one day case bed. We care for patients with many different and sometimes complex care needs. We are a nurse led ward, the successful candidate should have some previous nursing experience and is confident on making nursing decisions independently when needed. We have regular day case admissions for blood transfusions and IV medications so knowledge or previous experience would be of advantage. Working 11 hours shifts, day and night rotation including weekend. MUST HAVE CURRENT NMC PIN If this sounds like the job for you and you would like more information, please contact SCN Fiona Stirton on 01224 552781 or 01224 553741. Please note this post may close early if a large volume of applications are received.

What you’ll do

Provide care for patients with complex needs within a nurse-led ward of up to 18 inpatient beds. Manage day case admissions for blood transfusions and IV medications while making independent nursing decisions.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a current NMC PIN and have previous nursing experience. Confidence in independent decision-making and knowledge of IV medications is highly advantageous.

Listed skills

  • Clinical carePreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Nursing
  • Patient Care
  • Clinical Decision Making
  • Blood Transfusions
  • IV Medication Administration
  • Acute Care

Job areas

  • Healthcare
  • Government & Public Sector

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
2+ years
Apply by
Sep 12, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Entry level