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NHS Scotland Job Description
About NHS Scotland
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.
Dementia Inpatient Assessment Ward
Garry Ward is an assessment ward supporting people with a diagnosis of dementia who require specialist Dementia Mental Health Assessment.
Services Provided
We provide an integrated service working with many professions/teams including:
- Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy Education providers
- Social Work, Podiatry, Voluntary Sector
- Advocacy, Dietetics, Community Mental Health Services
- Pharmacy, Speech and Language
- Medical Teams, Consultant Psychiatrists
- Psychology
Approach to Care
Care is delivered using a person-centred, collaborative and systematic approach involving a range of professionals, individuals and named advocates. Nursing staff coordinate care using the Named Nurse concept; a registered nurse who is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and coordinating patient care on an individual basis.
Job Opportunity
We are seeking registrants to join our team, working to deliver the best care experience possible. We are looking for candidates who enjoy working in a busy environment and are person-centred in their approach to work collaboratively with patients/families and carers and as part of the multidisciplinary team.
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Shift Pattern
The in-patient areas work over 24 hours 7 days per week and there will be a requirement to rotate onto night duty when required and in line with the new shift pattern of the area. We have recently changed to a condensed shift pattern working 11.5 hour shifts over a shorter working week.
Hours of Work
- Full time - 36 hours per week.
- Part time hours will be considered. Hours of work can be discussed at interview.
Development Opportunities
There will be opportunity to be involved in the development of the service and continue with improvement work being undertaken in line with the NHST Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy ‘Living Life Well’. We have a structured staff review system and are keen to support personal and professional development.
Qualifications Required
You must be registered on Sub-part 1: RN1 or RNA, RN 3 or RNMH Sub-part 2: RN2 or RN4 of the UK NMC Register.
Application Process
Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries to: SCN Gillian McAulay or CN Kirstie Robertson on Garry Ward 01738 562430.
Shortlisting
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
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