An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join the Aberdeenshire Integrated Drug & Alcohol Service on a fixed‑term basis.
You will work within a community setting, delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based, recovery‑focused 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 third‑sector services to deliver Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Standards and recovery‑orientated care in line with national and local priorities.
You will:
- Provide safe, effective, person‑centred care to individuals with substance misuse issues
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and wider partnership network
- Demonstrate excellent communication, assessment, and care‑planning skills
- Contribute to promoting recovery, harm reduction, and improved health outcomes
You should:
- Be a registered RMN or RGN with relevant post‑registration experience
- Have strong organisational, communication, and team‑working skills
- Be able to work autonomously while contributing effectively to team goals
- Have an understanding of recovery‑focused practice within substance use services
Base: Seafield House, BanffTravel: Regular travel throughout North Aberdeenshire is required, but may have to travel to other parts of AberdeenshireEssential: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
This post offers an excellent opportunity to further develop specialist skills in community drug and alcohol nursing within a supportive and experienced service.
Informal enquiries to Tia Chidothe 07483368558 or Dave Taylor 07831616542
Interviews will likely take place week commencing 16th Nov.
As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot.
**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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