Staff Nurse

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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Sutherland Area for a motivated individual to support the team within Migdale Hospital, Bonar Bridge, Sutherland.

Migdale Hospital is a GP‑led community hospital managing a wide variety of patients from the Sutherland area.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a commitment to high quality and safe delivery of care in many challenging situations on the ward. Experience of working in a ward environment will be an advantage, but this post is also suitable for a newly qualified candidate. Knowledge of Community Services and an ability to work collaboratively will be beneficial.

This is a part‑time post of 22.7 hours per week, covering across a 7‑day rota and working a rotational contract in accordance with service requirements. This post is fixed term covering a period of maternity leave up until 31.05.26.

Contact

Informal enquiries will be welcomed by Rachel Moss, Senior Charge Nurse, Tel: (01863) 760208, email: rachel.moss@nhs.scot

Recruitment Team

Email: nhshighland.recruitment@nhs.scot

Job Reference

237339

Visa & Sponsorship

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

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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