231504 Community Mental Health Nurse (KA)

NHS National Services Scotland; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Scotland seeks an inspirational Senior Psychiatric Nursing Leader. In this role, you will plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality psychiatric care, manage shift workflows, supervise staff, and liaise with other services. Ideal candidates should have an RMN qualification or equivalent, post-registration experience in acute mental health, and be willing to obtain PVG Scheme membership.

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Nurse with experience in acute mental health.
• Experience in risk assessment is essential.
• Willingness to obtain PVG Scheme membership.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive psychiatric nursing care.
• Respond to crisis situations and coordinate assistance.
• Manage workload and workforce during shifts.
• Provide education and support to junior staff.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Patient assessment

Staff supervision

Education and support

Education

RMN qualification or equivalent

Post-registration qualification

Job description

Equality and Diversity Statement

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society and fully support disabled candidates, those with long‑term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practice.

Recruitment Process

We use a values- and competency-based recruitment process linked to the ambitions set out in the Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan. Interviews and interview questions are shared in advance to offer an equitable experience. Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received.

Location

Midlothian Community Mental Health Team, No. 11, 11 St Andrew Street, Dalkeith

Job Description

This post is for an inspirational senior psychiatric nursing leader who will plan, deliver and evaluate high‑quality psychiatric care for patients and clients, both during regular hours and in crisis situations. The role also involves managing shift workflow, supervising staff, providing education and support, and liaising with other services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive psychiatric nursing care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Respond to crisis situations and coordinate appropriate assistance from medical and other professionals.
• Ensure smooth running of the shift and manage workload and workforce.
• Liaise with other services and disseminate relevant information.
• Provide education and support to junior staff and contribute to team development.
• Maintain PVG Scheme membership and secure Disclosure Scotland clearance.

Qualifications

• RMN qualification or equivalent.
• Post‑registration experience in acute mental health, with risk assessment experience.
• Formal post‑registration qualification desirable.
• PVG Scheme membership or willingness to obtain it.

Contact

Informal enquiries to Louise Healey, Team Manager – Tel [phone]