Registered Nurse - Substance Use Service

Within CADS service there is currently a vacancy for Band 5 Registered Nurse within the core teams based at St Ninians.

The post holder must be 1^St level Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) trained to degree level. The post holder will provide evidence-based, effective interventions to those with substance use problems.

The Registered Nurse will implement the principles of the recovery model of care and treatment for those with drug/alcohol related issues. This involves participating in structured supervision and supporting student nurse training and development. The role includes assessment; planning and implementing appropriate treatment and clinical interventions are being delivered to this vulnerable group. Full training will be provided by the service and allocated mentor will be assigned.

The substance use services promote the recovery model works to an integrated model of care in conjunction with partner agencies, good interpersonal skills and experience of team working is an essential requirement for this post.

Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential for this post.

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.  More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

Informal enquiries to: Siobhan Duncan Senior Charge Nurse on ) ) or Ann Milne Clinical Department Manager Tel:

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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.