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We have an opportunity for a registered mental health nurse to join our team on Morar Ward, New Craigs Hospital. Morar ward is a 22 bed adult acute admissions ward, with additional two beds for Alcohol detox that provide care for patients in Highland. We are looking for a motivated, solution focussed, hardworking, individual to join our multidisciplinary team. Quality improvement is key to improving patient experience, and as a staff nurse you will have the opportunity to participate in this process.
Morar ward has a supportive and motivated team of staff and as part of that team you will have the opportunity to develop a broad range of skills in a supportive environment.
Your yearly appraisal and regular management Supervision sessions plus training opportunities will form the backbone of your development, and all newly qualified staff will complete NHS Scotland’s flying start module.
The successful candidates will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to enable effective communication to the multidisciplinary team and other agencies involved in care delivery.
You will undertake responsibility for coordinating shifts, assessing patients and developing plans of care.
You will work with colleagues in the multidisciplinary team to identify risks behaviours, appropriate interventions and barriers to discharge from hospital.
There are huge benefits to living in the Highlands and a wealth of knowledge and skills in our communities. Our mix of urban, remote and rural and island communities make NHS Highland a unique place to live and work. Frequently voted as one of the happiest places to be we can offer you a quality of life that you don’t get elsewhere.
We enjoy some of the cleanest air in the UK and access to exercise outdoors amongst beautiful scenery. Our communities are close-knit and supportive.
Informal enquiries can be Tom McGreavy, Senior Charge Nurse, Morar ward, New Craigs Hospital, 01463704667, Tom.mcgreavy@nhs.scot
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