Registered Nurse - Substance Use Services
This vacancy is within the Community Alcohol and Drug Service (CADS) at Falkirk Community Hospital. The role is a Band 5 Registered Nurse position, requiring a 1st level Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) degree with an interest or experience in substance use services.
The successful candidate will:
* Provide training, leadership and supervision to nursing students and non‑registered staff delivering evidence‑based interventions to people with substance use problems, including alcohol problems.
* Implement the principles of the recovery model of care and treatment for drug and alcohol related issues.
* Receive formal, structured supervision monthly to ensure patients progress along the recovery pathway and receive appropriate clinical interventions.
* Promote an integrated model of care in collaboration with partner agencies.
* Travel throughout the area of service delivery as required.
* Maintain membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
Qualifications:
* Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) at degree level.
* Experience in substance use services or a related field.
* Strong interpersonal and team‑working skills.
* Ability to lead and supervise staff and students.
Contact information:
* Siobhan Duncan, Senior Charge Nurse – 01324 673669
* Ann Milne, Clinical Department Manager – 01786 468282
Application instructions:
Applicants must provide original and authentic responses within the application form. The use of AI or automated tools is strongly discouraged. Failure to comply may result in the application being withdrawn.
Please regularly check email (including junk folder) and the Jobtrain account for updates.
Equal opportunities:
NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Reasonable adjustments can be requested by contacting the Recruitment Office (0330 041 4694).
NHS Scotland encourages equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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