NHS Scotland has reduced their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week.
NHS Highland are seeking Registered Mental Health Nurses to enable us to provide a high quality Escort / Transportation Service for North Highland.
We are looking to appoint people who want to make that positive difference for people coming into our in-patient service under detention. This is a time when people are often fearful and distressed however with the right people, we can minimise this distress and provide the reassurance required at this challenging time.
This role will involve assessing the changing presentation of the person and acting accordingly, possible administration of medication, liaising with various professionals, as well as the patient and their family / care provider. This ole will also include assisting with transportation, on occasions, when public transport is unavailable to patients homes (facilitating passes from in-patient service or being discharged) and following the person up either by NearMe or telephone to provide support and guidance.
The successful candidate should be of a calm demeanour, be able to cope well under pressure. Have experience of acute mental health presentations (all ages) and be able to participate in situations where there may be violence and aggression.
You will be part of shaping the future of Mental Health Provision in NHS Highland today and in the future.
Informal enquiries to: Lesley Smith, Clinical Area Manager 01463 704679
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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
Care and compassion |
Dignity and respect |
Openness, honesty and responsibility |
Quality and teamwork |
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
Location: | United Kingdom Scotland Inverness |
Salary: | Band 5 (£30,229 - £37,664) per year |
Work type: |
Full time
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PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters. Only direct applications will be considered. |