NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring, and respectful way.
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NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net) Position An opportunity has arisen for a Charge Nurse at University Hospital Crosshouse. What you will do: You will be able to provide comprehensive clinical assessment and trauma-informed recovery-focused treatment & support to clients with a range of alcohol and drug problems, including mental, sexual, and physical health-related issues. You will provide ongoing care to those who are clinically assessed as appropriate, liaise and work in conjunction with other statutory and non-statutory organisations. You will assess for a range of mental health problems and respond appropriately to these. Community experience is essential. Part of this role will be to provide support as part of a rota for the single point of access part of the service, which provides same day/next day response to clients phoning in for help and support. This post will work closely with third sector agencies including With You and Ayrshire Council on Alcohol to provide this intervention. Taking referrals, providing same day assessments, and signposting to appropriate agencies will be at the forefront of this intervention, as well as supporting the initiation of Medication Assisted Treatment. You will be motivated and forward-thinking to deliver specialist assessment for community or inpatient detoxification, opiate substitution therapy (O.S.T.), and trauma-informed recovery-focused interventions to service users with complex addiction and mental health issues. Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job: You are required to be a first-level registered nurse in mental health. A degree/diploma is preferred. Expert in-depth comprehensive knowledge and experience in the field of Addictions is essential, incorporating a range of cognitive and behavioral strategies to enhance lifestyle change. You are required to draw on this theoretical and practical knowledge to enhance service design and redesign in line with national standards of best practice. As an expert in the field, the post holder is routinely required to impart their knowledge and expertise to junior colleagues. Hours: 37 per week over 5 days UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership: UK driving licence/Car ownership is essential to this role. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Kimberley Mills, RADAR Co-Ordinator on 01563 574 237 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT
upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link:
https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link:
https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact
JobTrain Candidate Support Hub :
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
- for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser
Google Chrome
or
Microsoft Edge
when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form, you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for
internal candidates only . If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required, this must be a full
UK/EU/EEA
licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigration. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at
www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net) Position An opportunity has arisen for a Charge Nurse at University Hospital Crosshouse. What you will do: You will be able to provide comprehensive clinical assessment and trauma-informed recovery-focused treatment & support to clients with a range of alcohol and drug problems, including mental, sexual, and physical health-related issues. You will provide ongoing care to those who are clinically assessed as appropriate, liaise and work in conjunction with other statutory and non-statutory organisations. You will assess for a range of mental health problems and respond appropriately to these. Community experience is essential. Part of this role will be to provide support as part of a rota for the single point of access part of the service, which provides same day/next day response to clients phoning in for help and support. This post will work closely with third sector agencies including With You and Ayrshire Council on Alcohol to provide this intervention. Taking referrals, providing same day assessments, and signposting to appropriate agencies will be at the forefront of this intervention, as well as supporting the initiation of Medication Assisted Treatment. You will be motivated and forward-thinking to deliver specialist assessment for community or inpatient detoxification, opiate substitution therapy (O.S.T.), and trauma-informed recovery-focused interventions to service users with complex addiction and mental health issues. Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job: You are required to be a first-level registered nurse in mental health. A degree/diploma is preferred. Expert in-depth comprehensive knowledge and experience in the field of Addictions is essential, incorporating a range of cognitive and behavioral strategies to enhance lifestyle change. You are required to draw on this theoretical and practical knowledge to enhance service design and redesign in line with national standards of best practice. As an expert in the field, the post holder is routinely required to impart their knowledge and expertise to junior colleagues. Hours: 37 per week over 5 days UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership: UK driving licence/Car ownership is essential to this role. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Kimberley Mills, RADAR Co-Ordinator on 01563 574 237 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT
upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link:
https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link:
https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact
JobTrain Candidate Support Hub :
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
- for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser
Google Chrome
or
Microsoft Edge
when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form, you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for
internal candidates only . If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required, this must be a full
UK/EU/EEA
licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigration. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at
www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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