Fair Isle: UK's most remote inhabited island seeks new nurse

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Fair Isle, the UK's most remote inhabited island, is seeking a new nurse to serve as the only medic for its 50 residents and visiting tourists.
The island, located between Orkney and Shetland, is known for its knitwear, wildlife, and bird observatory.
The nurse will be responsible for all medical care, supported by a doctor's surgery on the Shetland mainland and the Coastguard rescue helicopter as the island's ambulance.
The role requires a confident clinician who can handle a variety of medical situations, from infants to elderly patients.
Island life presents challenges like harsh winter weather and limited transport, but offers a strong, close-knit community.
Applications for this unique opportunity close at the end of the month.

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