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Job reference: 072870
Salary: Band 3 (£21,709 - £23,603)
Job closing date: 16/11/2021
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: Blythswood House
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Job posted date: 02/11/2021
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Department: Specialist Learning Disability Services

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Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert therefore once you start your application form please complete it immediately

We have 2 posts available.

Specialist Learning Disability Services provide assessment/treatment inpatient services to people with a learning disability who experience mental ill health and or associated challenging behaviour / complex needs.  The role will support people to maintain health and valued roles by way of specialist therapeutic interventions. 

To provide evidence based, best possible Nursing care working within a Multi-disciplinary framework, working with people with learning disabilities who may present with mental health problems, challenging behaviour and/or additional  complex needs including development of  individual positive behavioural support plans

Have direct responsibility as a co-worker for a defined client group, facilitating assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation of care and discharge.

Be involved in outreach, admission, transition and discharge planning processes when required

Carrying out these responsibilities professionally and with minimal supervision.

Previous experience working with people who have Learning Disabilities and Mental Health Issues is essential 

The shift pattern is; 24 hour rotational

Informal Contact

Vivienne Hoggan, Deputy General Manager on 0141 314 9245

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Pack

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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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