Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with an interest in acute nursing to join our intensive care team. Previous experience in intensive care nursing would be an advantage, but individuals with interest and potential from other backgrounds will also be considered. A high level of interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Applicants should be able to adapt to an unpredictable, rapidly evolving, technologically advanced work environment and able to cope with change.
Unit Description
The ICU at Forth Valley Royal Hospital is a 19 bedded combined general unit caring for individuals with a variety of complex needs ranging from level 2 to full level 3 care including respiratory, renal and cardiac support.
Enquiries
Informal enquiries to: Susan Barclay, and Susan Buchanan, Senior Charge Nurses on 01324 567216/ 01324 567218.
Requirements
The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
Working patterns
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
Sponsorship
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. NHS Forth Valley may be able to offer sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. If you are currently working in the UK on a Skilled Worker visa, transitional arrangements may apply. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks. For further information on visa requirements and sponsorship eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance.
Guidance for applicants
It is also recommended that anyone applying for health and social care jobs in the UK from abroad read the following guidance: Applying for health and social care jobs in the UK from abroad – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Application integrity
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply may result in withdrawal from the process.
Communication
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail, therefore please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates.
Equality and Diversity
NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. 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.
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