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Forensic Acute is an 8 bedded male ward that is situated within the Blair unit in Royal Cornhill Hospital.
The role requires a highly motivated and enthusiastic Registered Mental Health Nurses to join our team as a Band 5 Staff nurse. You will be expected to provide high quality evidence-based care and support to clients who experience a diverse range of mental health issues within the Forensic Services. The post is 18.75hrs per week over an 8 week period, covering day, night rotation and weekends. This post would be predominantly night shift.
The candidate should have good inter –personal skills and the ability to work within a team. The service has an established Forensic Team and the applicant must have effective communication skills. The role incorporates giving support and education to patients, carers, health professionals, working in partnership with the Forensic Team to provide a high level of care.
For additional information about this exciting opportunity please contact: Jasmine Carson, Acting Senior Charge Nurse, jasmine.carson@nhs.scot or Kerry Keesing Deputy Charge Nurse, Kerry.Keesing@nhs.scot or Kirsty Hynes Kirsty.blair4@nhs.scot or please phone us on 01224-557224.
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.