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Staff Nurse

NHS Highland

Location
Salary
£33,247 - £41,424
Profession
Nurse (adult and children)
Grade
Band 5
Deadline
11 Mar 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
24 Feb 2026

An opportunity has arisen to become part of our small team at Dunbar Hospital, Thurso caring for inpatients and supporting the Minor Injuries Unit.

We are looking for a motivated, caring and courteous person to help us provide good quality care. Candidates should be enthusiastic and keen to develop skills and undertake additional training in order to develop their role. Experience in care of the elderly/palliative care preferable.

We are confident you will enjoy working with our small welcoming team.

This is a full-time permanent post of 37 hours per week, working 12.5 hour shifts (rotational contract), in accordance with service requirements and in agreement with line management. Job-share candidates will also be considered.

Informal enquiries will be welcomed by Katherine Barker, Senior Charge Nurse, email: katherine.barker@nhs.scot, alternatively, you can call Dunbar directly on 01847 893263 and ask to speak with the senior nurse on duty.

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

  • Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
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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

Staff Nurse at NHS Highland | Job Clerk