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In order to apply to for this position you must have a live pin with the NMC UK.
Applications from 2023 Newly Qualified Nurse/Midwife, will not be considered for this post.
The shift pattern for this post is Monday to Friday with occasional week-end and evening work.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be a band 5 addiction nurse within Inverclyde Alcohol and Drug Recovery Service. As an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team the post-holder will work in partnership demonstrating compassionate caring behaviours to fulfil the key functions of the Alcohol and Drug Recovery Service (ADRS). In particular the post-holder will be responsible for the assessment, formulation, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care using a strength based recovery focused approach to care that proactively involves the person and optimises self-management. The post holder is required to be able to undertake duties without direct supervision as well as supporting and supervising work undertaken by junior members of staff and Healthcare Support Workers. The post holder is responsible for working with patients, carers and other professionals/ agencies in line with legislative frameworks, agreed standards and clinical policies. This involves working in a variety of home/near to home community environments.
Informal Contact: Cathie O’Dowling, 01475 715353, Cathie.o’dowling@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
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