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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
Addictions Nurse – Band 5
Renfrewshire Alcohol and Drugs Recovery Service (ADRS)
Location: Back Sneddon Centre, Paisley, PA3 2DJ
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse to join the Renfrewshire Alcohol and
Drugs Recovery Service as part of an integrated Health and Social Care Team.
About the Role
As an Addictions Nurse, you will work within a multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality
care and support to individuals experiencing addiction and mental health challenges. Your role
will involve:
· Delivering interventions across a variety of settings, with a strong focus on assertive outreach
· Conducting assessments and developing person-centred recovery plans
· Engaging therapeutically with service users, including those who are difficult to reach
· Providing safe, effective, and compassionate care to a diverse client group
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a nurse who:
· Has sound clinical knowledge and a broad range of clinical skills
· Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
· Is committed to partnership working within a multi-disciplinary environment
· Has experience or knowledge of drug and alcohol interventions (desirable)
Informal Enquiries For more information about the role, please contact: Paul McGivney Operations Manager Renfrewshire ADRS 📍 Back Sneddon Centre, Paisley, PA3 2DJ 0300 300 1199 Mail: Paul.McGivney@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service is available on the Supporting Information document.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
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