Are you a dedicated and experienced registered nurse seeking a unique opportunity to provide exceptional patient care in a friendly and supportive environment? Look no further!

Senior Staff Nurse
Falkland Islands

Full time position
Fixed term contract up to 24 months
£35,274 - £43,564 per annum + enhancements for on call and unsocial hours

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

The King Edward VII Memorial Hospital (KEMH) is the primary healthcare facility in the Falkland Islands, offering an exceptional blend of primary and secondary care services. Our well-equipped hospital provides a dynamic and collaborative environment where clinical staff can thrive. We prioritise professional development, allowing nurses to practice a broad scope of care while building specialised expertise.

The Role

As a Senior Staff Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in leading our nursing team, ensuring high standards of care for our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

Assess and manage shift workloads, allocating staff efficiently.
Deliver patient care in alignment with individual care plans.
Provide leadership and mentorship to the nursing team.
Contribute to the development and improvement of nursing practices.
Participate in staff appraisals and support professional growth.
Address changing patient needs and ensure adherence to hospital policies.
Undertake patient care duties and serve as a role model for best practices.

The Package:

Base salary of £35,274 - £43,564 plus enhancements for unsocial hours and on-call.
Gratuity (lump sum payment) on completion of the contract term equivalent to 25% of the total base salary value of the contract.
Relocation allowance to help with moving costs.
Free flights for the employee and dependants at the beginning and end of the contract plus additional annual return flights after the first year.
Paid leave of 41 days comprising 30 days of annual leave and 11 days of public/government holidays.
Good quality furnished accommodation at reasonable rental rates.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a compassionate and highly skilled nurse who thrives in dynamic environments and values teamwork. You will have:

UK Nursing and Midwifery Council registration or equivalent.
Minimum of three years of post-registration experience.
Proven ability to lead a team effectively.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
Proficient in using relevant software (e.g., EMIS, Microsoft Office).
Enthusiastic, empathetic, and adaptable to changing needs.
Experience in Casualty or other specialised areas of nursing (desirable)
Additional qualifications or language skills (e.g., Spanish) is desirable.

Falkland Islands Government (FIG)

The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.

As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGA.

The Falkland Islands

Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!

The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from the shore.

For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities which are hard to match anywhere else in the world.

Ready to embark on a fulfilling career in one of the world's most unique locations? Apply now and take the first step toward this exciting opportunity!

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Closing date: 10th January 2025

Other suitable skills and experience include Ward Manager, Charge Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Casualty Nurse, Nurse Educator, Surgical Nurse, Emergency Department Nurse, Team Leader Nurse, Patient Care Coordinator, Healthcare Manager.