Alcohol Liaison Nurse - Prison Health Care - B6

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Alcohol Liaison Nurse to join their Addiction team within Prison Health Care. This dynamic role involves working across multiple prisons to enhance the health and wellbeing of prisoners. The ideal candidate will be a First Level Registered Nurse in Mental Health with a degree-level education and strong clinical experience. You will be part of a collaborative effort with various agencies to make a significant impact in the community. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion, and make a difference in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a focus on mental health.
• Degree-level education with clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Operationally responsible to the Nurse Team Leader.
• Cross-covering all four prisons in the Greater Glasgow area.

Skills

First Level Registered Nurse in Mental Health

Post-registration clinical experience

Knowledge of professional accountability

Proficiency in IT techniques

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

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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, [e-mail]

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.

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