NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Senior Drug and Alcohol Recovery Nurse

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Role Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse (Mental Health or Adult) with experience of supporting people who use substances to join our busy Drug and Alcohol Service. The post holder will independently assess, plan, and implement evidence-based treatment programmes in collaboration with the client group and in close partnership with other agencies. As well as providing harm reduction advice. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their personal commitment to providing a flexible service to meet local need, which puts client’s strengths first and foremost while fostering an environment where the client can be proactive in working towards their recovery.
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Responsibilities
- Independently assess, plan, and implement evidence-based treatment programmes.
- Collaborate with the client group and other agencies.
- Provide harm reduction advice.
- Foster an environment where the client can be proactive in working towards their recovery.
Requirements
- Hold Independent and Supplementary Non-Medical Prescribing qualification or provide a commitment to achieve the relevant qualification if not already in place.
- A driving license is essential, and a pool car may be available, however, applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes, if required.
About Us
We work in a community-based supportive environment with a strong commitment to personal and professional development. This post specifically will offer you the opportunity to learn from colleagues and to develop your own skills to work with people who use substances.


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How to Apply
For any informal enquiries, please contact:
Marie Cuthbert: marie.cuthbert2@nhs.scot
07974107022
Equality and Diversity
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.
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