Job description
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.
University Hospital Ayr, Building for Better Care Project has redesigned the existing front door services, the result of this is a 21st Century- State of the art development comprising of ambulatory/clinical pathway bays, initial assessment bays, rapid assessment cubicles, clinic rooms and a complement of 29 single bedrooms including four Medical High Care beds. This services aims to change the model of care at the front door – from ‘admit to assess’ to ‘assess for admission’.
As a Band 2 Nursing Assistant in the Combined Assessment Unit you should be motivated and enthusiastic to join a new team in delivery of exemplary patient care. You must have a genuine interest in joining a fast paced environment and be dedicated to person centered care. Experience in fundamentals of care essential. The CAU will offer you a career long supported learning programme based around a robust competence framework. Opportunity to gain competencies to work towards band 3.
You should be creative, enthusiastic and poses a ‘can do’ attitude, with the wish to offer our patients the best experience possible whilst in our department.
Informal Enquiries are welcomed by Lisa Wilson/Gillian Izzard/Dannii Henson, Senior Charge Nurse, Combined Assessment Unit, University Hospital Ayr.
Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.