Staff Nurse Island of Alderney

Applications are invited from experienced General Nurses seeking a totally unique opportunity to join the team at the small Hospital on the beautiful Isle of Alderney, in the Channel Islands.

The Hospital is the only healthcare facility on the island delivering a range of healthcare services for the 2,300 people of Alderney.
Supported by local GP’s, the small but vital hospital has 14 continuing-care beds and 8 general-care beds that are used for mostly general medical and some minor injuries admissions.
Acutely-ill, Maternity and Paediatric patients are treated in nearby Guernsey who send a critical care team if neccessary to stabilise and transfer.

This is an exciting and varied role, where you will have time to care for your patients.
You will rotate across all areas of care including; admissions, general inpatients, elderly care and treatment room.
You will act as a supervisor to nursing auxiliaries, and support new qualified staff in post.
You will quickly become integral to the very fabric of the island, looking after those who need it most.

Alderney is the third largest of the five islands measuring only 1.5 x 3.5 miles, not far from the French coast. The island boasts elegant beaches, historic fortifications, and a small castle.
Alderney offers a relaxed way of life, in a safe environment, where quality time is easy to find and where a beach or stunning cliff top view is at the end of every road and path. Offering a great selection of places to eat, a fascinating history and unique wildlife and birdlife
Take a look at this short, informative video on life in Alderney – here.

The States of Guernsey (including Alderney) has adopted the AfC banding system, but have applied their own salary scale.
The current Band 5 salary range is £40,178 to £51,819 plus an annual bonus of £1,747 and higher unsocial hours enhancements; 36% evening/Saturday and 72% Sunday/BH.
There is an additional £3,000 bonus payable on your 2nd and 4th year anniversaries.
Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days with full credit for NHS service for annual leave and sick leave.

Person requirements:
Registered Nurse with full registration with the NMC.
At least two years UK post-registration experience with at least one year in Acute/General Medicine 
A very flexible approach to a totally unique rural and remote setting and a willingness to rotate to all parts of the hospital as required. 
A UK or Irish citizen or UK permanent resident as we regret that sponsorship is not offered with this role

The benefits of working for the States of Guernsey (incl. Alderney) include:
– A higher-than-UK salary.
– A generous bonus scheme; £1,747 annually and an additional £3,000 at completion of 2 & 4 years (ongoing annual bonus thereafter)
– A flat rate 20% income tax.
– No Council tax or VAT
– A relocation payment of £6,600*
– Three months free on-site Staff Accommodation or a generous allowance for private rental accommodation*
– A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low.
*Full T&C in relocation directive

Jarrodean is a leading healthcare recruitment partner with particular expertise in the placement of the full range of Nursing staff.
As a nurse-led consultancy, our detailed understanding of the unique challenges of Remote/Island Nursing places us in an excellent position to match your skills with the specific requirements of our Recruiting Managers.

If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.

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