NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.The shift pattern is 09.00-17.00 (28 hours).This is a Fixed term post for 12 months.(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a fixed term Care Home Liaison Nurse B6 within the NE Older Peoples CMHT. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with patients, carers, the wider multi-disciplinary team and third sector organisations. A strength based, person centred approach will be essential to assessment and formulation of care plans to meet the identified needs of the patient. Implementation of the Physical Health Care policy will be a critical role, providing monitoring in line with current GG&C guidelines to ensure timely and accurate record keeping.A key role will be providing support and guidance to care home staff and engaging in regular MDT discussions, along with the administration of depot medication and regular reviews of antipsychotic medication according to GG&C policy and guidelines. The role includes support and supervision to student nurses and junior staff and being part of the desk based CMHT duty rota. The role includes supporting the NTL and colleagues to implement local and national policies and to provide nursing cover to the CMHT as required.Informal Contact: Kerrie Shirtliff, Kerrie.shirtliff@ggc.scot.nhs.uk.Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
