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In order to apply for this position you must have a Live PIN with the NMC.
Fixed term for 18 months
In conjunction with the management team contribute to and deliver a comprehensive Primary Care, Mental Health and Addictions nursing service as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the prison setting.
Demonstrate knowledge, skills and understanding of health issues and treatment options to provide clinical guidance to all staff on matters relating to health and wellbeing.
The post holder carries continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards of care within a secure environment.
Essential
Registered Mental Health nurse
Educated to degree level or equivalent.
Post registration experience working within a relevant clinical setting
Awareness of professional and clinical accountability, legal issues, role limitations and boundaries and balancing duty of care and public safety issues.
Understanding of the application of the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland)Actct 2003
Literate in current IT techniques
Ability to work on own initiative
Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
Desirable
Knowledge of prison needs in relation to primary care, mental health and addiction support and an ability to work across these areas.
The hours are worked Early shift, late shift , weekends
Informal Contact
Mary Mitchell, Operational Manager on 0141 770 2050
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.