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Dual Diagnosis Nurse

Manx Care

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Job summary

We are looking for an experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our supportive Drug and Alcohol Team as the Dual Diagnosis Nurse, providing high quality, specialist care services to people with dual diagnosis needs in the community.

Main duties of the job

Within this role, you will be responsible for a defined caseload of patients who have co-occurring substance misuse and mental health needs, participating in the multi-disciplinary assessment, intervention and treatment of patients, as well as supporting community detoxification and provide post detox relapse prevention support. You will work as an independent/supplementary prescriber or train to become one within the 2 years of taking up the post.

About us

By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.

Date posted

02 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,904 to £61,160 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-019239

Job locations

Nobles Hospital

Braddan

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

 Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 public holidays.

 Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements; the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.

Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Take advantage of the excellent opportunities we provide for your professional development, including the many courses we fund including those up to Masters Level.

 Ability to take an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

 Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

 Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

 Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

 Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

 Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 public holidays.

 Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements; the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.

Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Take advantage of the excellent opportunities we provide for your professional development, including the many courses we fund including those up to Masters Level.

 Ability to take an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

 Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

 Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

 Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

 Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Mental Health Nurse and with relevant post registration experience.
  • V300 Prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake same within 2 years.
  • With statement of competence or demonstrable level of substance misuse work and either (i) a recognised addictions qualification (ii) FDAP accredited status or equivalent.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Mental Health Nurse and with relevant post registration experience.
  • V300 Prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake same within 2 years.
  • With statement of competence or demonstrable level of substance misuse work and either (i) a recognised addictions qualification (ii) FDAP accredited status or equivalent.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Nobles Hospital

Braddan

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Nobles Hospital

Braddan

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Manager

Jade Morley

Jade.Morley2@gov.im

Date posted

02 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,904 to £61,160 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-019239

Job locations

Nobles Hospital

Braddan

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


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