Community Nurse/Sister

The Community Support Team is looking for an experienced Community Nurse/Nursing Sister seeking work in a friendly and supportive team which provides excellent care for community members and service users in our new extra care facility Tussac House.

Tussac House, will support older adults to live independently in their own apartments while providing 24-hour care and assistance, who have a variety of care needs through to and including end of life care.

As well as supporting Tussac House, the Community Nursing Sister will be responsible for the day-to-day clinical care for members of the community in Stanley. This will include daily tasks such as wound care, medication, and assessment management. This role gives a high degree of autonomy, while utilising your nursing expertise.

The community environment is one in which clinical staff have the time, resources, and support to provide the highest standards of care and to develop their careers.  In addition to being supported to practise with a broad scope, clinical staff are encouraged and assisted to develop areas of clinical expertise.

The Falkland Islands offers unique lifestyle opportunities including having a good work/life balance.  The natural environment includes stunning landscapes, unspoilt beaches, and outstanding wildlife.  Stanley is a friendly and busy town with a wide range of amenities and a variety of clubs and associations.

Applicants must be registered with the United Kingdom’s Nursing and Midwifery Council (or equivalent body) and have a minimum of 2 years of post-registration experience.

Enquiries from potential applicants are welcomed by name and job title of hiring manager who can be contacted by emailing mahenry@kemh.gov.fk or by telephoning (+500) 28048.  A copy of the job description can be obtained from our online vacancy page www.jobs.gov.fk Further information regarding healthcare in the Falkland Islands can be obtained by viewing our recruitment video at https://youtube/MBqyXBasSVc

An attractive remuneration package is offered which includes:

• A base salary of £28482-£43564 plus enhancements for unsocial hours and on-call.
• A gratuity (lump sum payment) on completion of the contract term equivalent to 25% of the total base salary value of the contract.
• A 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.