NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this post is 8.45-16.45 Monday –Thursday / Friday 8.45 – 16.15
As an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team the post-holder will work in partnership demonstrating compassionate caring behaviours to fulfil the key functions of West Dunbartonshire Addictions Services, based in the Dumbarton Joint Hospital Team
In particular the post-holder will be responsible for the assessment, formulation, implementation and evaluation of complex programmes of care using a strength based recovery focused approach to care that proactively involves the person and optimizes self-management. The post holder is required to undertake duties without direct supervision as well as supporting and supervising work undertaken by registered and unregistered nursing staff. The post holder is responsible for proactively promoting partnership working with patients, carers and other professionals/ agencies in line with legislative frameworks, agreed standards and clinical policies. This involves working in a variety of home/near to home community environments.
Participating in, as well as providing regular Nurse Supervision and undertaking Nursing Line Management responsibilities are critical aspects of the role.
Supervising the practice of others, monitoring undertaking mentorship/ preceptorship responsibilities and supporting the team lead in the ongoing learning and development of the staff team are important key functions and aspects of this role.
The post holder will be able to evidence ongoing professional development / qualifications.
Requirement - experience in addictions and driving license essential
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