NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen within West Glasgow Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) for a qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) with a focus on complex neurodevelopmental conditions within a mental health context, including learning disability.
Applications are welcomed from qualified Mental Health Advanced Nurse Practitioners as well as trainee ANPs under Annex 21. As a trainee, you will undertake a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Practice over a two to three-year period and will progress to the full Band 7 salary upon successful completion of all required competencies and final sign-off.
Working across professional and organisational boundaries, you will provide expert clinical care to children and young people, supporting multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in line with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards and Health and Safety legislation.
All other roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- This is a permanent post working part-time hours (28.8)
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Shift pattern has yet to be confirmed
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You will be based within West Glasgow Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) at West Centre, Drumchapel.
Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.
Key responsibilities:
As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, you will work autonomously to assess, diagnose, treat and prescribe for children and young people with complex neurodevelopmental conditions, including learning disabilities, within a mental health setting.
You will manage the complete clinical care of your patients using advanced clinical knowledge and decision-making skills, with responsibility for assessment, treatment planning, prescribing, referral, admission and discharge where appropriate. You will provide clinical leadership within the multidisciplinary team, contribute to service development, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective care that reflects the principles of equality, dignity, respect and cultural diversity.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
Essential
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First level Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (RNLD) with current NMC registration.
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Substantial relevant post-registration training and experience as detailed in the Job Description.
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Ability to work autonomously and make complex clinical decisions.
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Excellent communication, leadership and multidisciplinary team working skills.
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Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
Desirable
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Qualified Independent Prescriber.
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Previous experience working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
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Experience supporting children and young people with complex neurodevelopmental conditions and learning disabilities.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For further information about this opportunity, or to discuss the trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner pathway, please contact:
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Lauren MacFarlane, Professional Nurse Lead 07816 144732
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Heidi McLeod, SCS Service Manager 07580 751313
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
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