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About NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff in various clinical and non-clinical roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, extending to 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
Position Details
The shift pattern for this position is 8-4, with weekend working. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic individual to join the Addiction team within NHS Prison Health Care at HMP Barlinnie. We collaborate with the Scottish Prison Service and other partner agencies to improve the health and wellbeing of prisoners.
Responsibilities and Accountability
The post holder is operationally responsible and professionally accountable to the Nurse Team Leader. This is a peripatetic role covering all four prisons in the Greater Glasgow & Clyde Health Board Area, including HMP Barlinnie, HMP Greenock, HMP Lilias, and HMP Low Moss. Although you will be assigned a base, you are expected to cross-cover sites as needed.
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
* First Level Registered Nurse in Mental Health
* Degree-level education or equivalent with post-registration clinical experience
* Knowledge of professional and clinical accountability, legal issues, role limitations, and boundaries
* Proficiency in current IT techniques
* Ability to work independently and prioritize workload
* Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Contact Information
Informal contact: Nicola Earaker, Nurse Team Lead, 0141 770 2103, Nicola.earaker@nhs.scot
Additional Information
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service are available within the Candidate Information Packs. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde promotes diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all community sections. We are also committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting military skills and experience.
Applicants should provide authentic responses to all application questions. The use of AI or third-party tools to draft or alter responses is strongly discouraged and may lead to application withdrawal.
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