Overview
A part time Band 5 position has opened in Great Western Lodge (Forensic community rehabilitation service). This role is suitable for any registered mental health nurse with an interest in Forensic Nursing and supporting patients through the Forensic service journey. The service focuses on patient‑centred care, risk assessment and management of patients with complex rehabilitation needs, in an active environment where patients work towards recovery and re-entry into the community.
We support 8 men with varying needs who have progressed through Forensic services and are beginning to develop independent living skills and re-enter the community after lengthy hospital admissions. The successful candidate will receive development support, training and access to the New to Forensic mental Health education programme. The post is based in a community resource in the West end of Aberdeen, near shops, community resources, cafes, sheltered employment and bus services.
Part time 15 hours per week over an 8 week period, covering day, night rotation and weekends. An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates.
Enquiries: SCN Jasmine Carson (jasmine.carson@nhs.scot) and DCN Aleksandras Morozovas (aleksandras.morozovas@nhs.scot); telephone 552646.
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Location and Nondiscriminatory Notice NHS Grampian is one of the regional health boards of NHS Scotland and serves Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray. The board and its colleagues strive to nurture a positive culture aligned with NHS and Social Care values.
Qualifications
* Registered mental health nurse with an interest in Forensic Nursing
Responsibilities
* Provide nursing care to a cohort of eight men in the Forensic service pathway.
* Engage in risk assessment and management for patients with complex rehabilitation needs.
* Support patient-centred care and contribute to the development of independent living skills and community reintegration.
* Participate in training and development, including the New to Forensic mental Health education programme.
* Collaborate with the team to maintain a safe, positive care environment.
Employment details
* Part-time, 15 hours per week
* Eight-week placement with day, night rotation and weekend shifts
* Relocation allowance up to £8,000
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