At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of nurses and manage community patient care with a focus on quality.
- Company: Join NHS Fife, a supportive and inclusive healthcare provider.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, NHS benefits, and a strong pension scheme.
- Other info: Great opportunities for professional growth and a welcoming work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in community health while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered nurse with experience in community nursing and team leadership.
The predicted salary is between 42000 - 51000 £ per year.
NHS Fife is seeking an experienced registered nurse to join its Out of Hours Nursing Team as a Charge Nurse. This part-time role offers leadership responsibilities in community nursing across 48 GP practices, with a focus on person-centred care and clinical excellence.
Location: Glenrothes Hospital & Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline
Salary: £42,000–£51,000 per annum (pro rata)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Part-Time (25 hours/week, evenings and overnights, 7-day rota including weekends)
Role Overview:
- You’ll manage a caseload of community patients and lead a team of qualified nurses and health support workers.
- The role involves autonomous practice, case management, and delivering culturally sensitive, high-quality care in partnership with service users and other agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a caseload of community patients
- Supervise and support nursing staff and health support workers
- Deliver accessible, effective, and culturally sensitive nursing services
- Act as a clinical expert and autonomous practitioner
- Ensure safe, high-quality care across evening and overnight services
- Promote professional development within the team
- Collaborate with service users, care providers, and external agencies
Required Skills and Experience:
- Registered Nurse with relevant experience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and lead a team
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Ability to travel within the Fife area
- Experience in case management and community nursing
What We Offer:
- Flexible working and family-friendly policies
- Thorough orientation programme
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Access to NHS benefits and pension scheme
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship may be possible if salary and role meet visa criteria. Role may require PVG Scheme membership due to legislative changes. NHS Scotland welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities. Reasonable adjustments available for disabled and neurodivergent candidates.
Charge Nurse | £42,000–£51,000 p.a. pro rata in Dunfermline employer: School Result
NHS Fife is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises professional development and flexible working arrangements. As a Charge Nurse, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care across the community, while benefiting from NHS perks such as a comprehensive pension scheme and thorough orientation programmes. Located in Glenrothes and Dunfermline, this role not only allows for meaningful contributions to patient care but also fosters a culture of collaboration and respect among diverse teams.
