257761 (MG) Senior Staff Nurse

About the role

NHS Lothian is recruiting a Senior Staff Nurse at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. The role is aligned with the organization's Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan, which emphasizes excellence in patient care, compassion, safety, and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a highly skilled nursing team
• Provide compassionate and high-quality care to patients and service users
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement care plans
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of nursing practice
• Support the development of new staff through mentoring and training

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Scotland
• At least 5 years of nursing experience, preferably in a leadership role
• Experience in managing a team and leading change
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Passionate about nursing and leadership
• Ability to motivate and inspire others
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of healthcare policies and procedures

Skills

• Leadership and management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Continuous learning and professional development

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Professional development opportunities
• Healthcare benefits

Pay

The pay for this role is competitive and will be adjusted according to the NHS Scotland Agenda for Change pay scale.

Schedule

The full-time working week will reduce from 37 to 36 hours per week from April 1, 2026, with a corresponding increase in the hourly rate to maintain pay levels.

Contact Information

To apply, visit NHS Lothian's Careers page. For any questions, contact Claire Adamson at claire.adamson2@nhs.scot.