Learning Disabilities Nurse — 12-Month Fixed Term

Highland Council; Inverness; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland Council is seeking a Learning Disabilities Staff Nurse to join The Orchard in Inverness for a fixed-term 12-month post. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care to children and families affected by disability, in line with NMC codes and GIRFEC guidance.

The post involves teaching and supervising nursing students, and is normally placed at the first point of the scale.

Qualifications

• Nursing qualification in Learning Disabilities, Paediatrics or Adult.
• Significant recent experience in Learning Disabilities.
• Awareness of current professional nursing issues, legislation and GIRFEC
• Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)

Responsibilities

• In the absence of the Manager, Depute or Senior Nurse, takes charge of The Orchard ensuring safe, effective running of the Unit.
• Develop own clinical experience and be responsible for the teaching, supervision and assessment of nursing students.

Skills

Nursing qualification

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Highland Council is seeking a Learning Disabilities Staff Nurse to join The Orchard in Inverness for a fixed-term 12-month post. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care to children and families affected by disability, in line with NMC codes and GIRFEC guidance.

The post involves teaching and supervising nursing students, and is normally placed at the first point of the scale.