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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 are required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
As a progressive and passionate learning disability Charge Nurse you will work within our Integrated Community Learning Disability Team based at Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine, providing an accessible, high quality service to adults age 16 plus in the community. You will also provide support and supervision to Staff Nurses within the Team.
Educated to degree level with an RNLD qualification experience in a community, in-patient or residential setting desirable. The ability to demonstrate experience of undertaking specialist Learning Disability nursing assessments, planning and implementing evidence based interventions and of working in a multi-disciplinary way are all essential
Good interpersonal skills, evidence of continuous professional development and supervising staff again are essential. You will also be able to demonstrate an understanding of the current policy context affecting the development of person centred learning disability services, positive behaviour support approaches, health inequalities and the role of nursing within an integrated team.
Car driver is essential.
Hours: 37.5 per week
Informal enquires are welcomed by Adele McGuffie, Team Leader on 01294 323560.
Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
EU Settlement Scheme - EU, EEA or Swiss nationals are strongly encouraged to join the EU Settlement Scheme prior to 30th June 2021. As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.