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CAMHS have recently created exciting new senior nursing posts for the role of Clinical Nurse Specialists (in Psychological Therapies) within GG&C. There are a number of posts available across our Tier 3 community CAMHS teams. The Clinical Nurse Specialist role will be an integral member of the dynamic multi-disciplinary team and provide leadership and expertise in delivering and supervising psychological therapies within the CAMHS service outlined in the NES Psychological Therapies Matrix.
A Clinical Nurse Specialist is a registered nurse who has acquired additional specialist knowledge and experience. As well as having completed, or demonstrated the ability to complete, a primary degree they will have the skills and competencies required to manage a caseload within agreed boundaries and protocols in line with clinical governance. Entwined around this clinical core are ties of consultancy, teaching, management and research and its application.
The post holder will undertake and provide specialist assessment of patient needs, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, which are evidence based within this defined patient group. Utilising all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others.
The post holder should have or evidence of working towards further CPD such as a Post Graduate certificate in Psychological Therapies. The post holder will be expected to provide highly specialist behavioural, cognitive behavioural or other psychological therapies assessment, formulation and treatment to the CAMHS population.
and cultural diversity.
It is essential you are a first level Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN / RNLD) with current NMC registration and substantial relevant post registration training and experienced as outlined in the attached Job Description.
Informal queries about these exciting new opportunities within CAMHS and to discuss specific location and term of these new posts are most welcome.
The shift pattern is worked Monday to Friday 9.am to 5.00pm
Informal Contact
Lauren MacFarlane, Professional Nurse Lead on 07816144732
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.