Island Nurse – Remote Rural Healthcare Role

About the role

The Island Nurse will join a small health team on Stronsay, delivering primary and community nursing care to a remote island population of around 321 residents. This role offers the chance to develop broad generalist skills while supporting NHS Orkney’s vision of excellence in remote and rural healthcare.

Key responsibilities

• Assess, plan and monitor the quality of health care for the island community across the lifespan.
• Provide community and practice nursing services, including 24/7 care coordination.
• Work autonomously without immediate hospital support, making clinical decisions in a remote setting.
• Participate in weekly Teams meetings for peer support and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain up‑to‑date clinical records and ensure compliance with NHS standards.

Required profile

• Experienced Band 6 nurse with a strong clinical background.
• Adaptable, resourceful and professionally accountable.
• Motivated to work in a remote, rural environment and develop a wide range of skills.
• Confident in autonomous practice and able to manage professional isolation.

Required skills

• Non‑medical prescribing qualification (essential).
• Community nursing expertise.

What we offer

• Rented accommodation on the island (private landlord, rent payable by the employee).
• Supportive multidisciplinary team with regular virtual meetings.
• Opportunity to contribute to a centre of excellence in remote healthcare.