An exciting chance has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join the Aberdeenshire Integrated Drug & Alcohol Service on a fixedterm basis.
You will work within a community setting, delivering highquality, evidencebased, recoveryfocused interventions to individuals experiencing alcohol and/or drug related harm. The role involves providing both pharmacological and psychosocial interventions, supporting individuals throughout their recovery journey.
The post holder will work in close partnership with colleagues across health, social care, and thirdsector services to deliver Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Standards and recoveryorientated care in line with national and local priorities.
You Will
- Provide safe, effective, personcentred care to individuals with substance misuse issues
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and wider partnership network
- Demonstrate excellent communication, assessment, and careplanning skills
- Contribute to promoting recovery, harm reduction, and improved health outcomes
You Should
- Be a registered RMN or RGN with relevant postregistration experience
- Have strong organisational, communication, and teamworking skills
- Be able to work autonomously while contributing effectively to team goals
- Have an understanding of recoveryfocused practice within substance use services
Base: Seafield House, Banff
Travel: Regular travel throughout North Aberdeenshire is required, but may have to travel to other parts of Aberdeenshire
Essential:
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Additional Information For Candidates
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- Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.
NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
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.
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