234089 Community Mental Health Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Castle Douglas; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service organization in Castle Douglas is seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse (Band 6) for a 9-month fixed term. In this role, you will provide clinical assessments and support recovery for patients with moderate to severe mental health issues. The ideal candidate will have a Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification, experience in mental health, and strong leadership skills. Benefits include mentoring and training opportunities in a picturesque location.

Benefits

Full supervision and mentoring

Training opportunities

Idyllic countryside environment

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with NMC pin is essential.
• Experience with mental health disorders is required.
• Leadership and decision-making skills are critical.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment and interventions for patients.
• Support recovery and self-management.
• Develop therapeutic relationships and make clinical decisions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interventions for mental health issues

Communication skills

Leadership qualities

Education

Active Registered Mental Health Nurse Qualification and NMC pin

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Mental Health Nurse (Band 6) to join the Stewartry Community Mental Health Nursing Team on a fixed term of 9 months.

This post involves working with people who present with moderate to severe mental health issues. The successful candidate will provide assessment, support, advice and interventions to support recovery and work towards sustained wellbeing and self management.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment and interventions for people with moderate to severe mental health issues.
• Support people to recover and work towards sustained wellbeing and self management.
• Work closely with patients, carers and link in with colleagues across the health and social care partnership and third and independent sector.
• Develop strong therapeutic working relationships, exhibit excellent communication skills and compassion.
• Make effective clinical decisions in often pressured situations and demonstrate leadership qualities.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Mental Health Nurse Qualification and NMC pin.
• Experience working with people with a mental health disorder.
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to make effective clinical decisions.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge necessary to effectively work within a clinical team.

Benefits and Location

Dumfries and Galloway offers idyllic countryside, affordable housing and excellent schools. The role provides full supervision, mentoring and training.

Contact

Informal enquiries are encouraged – please contact [e-mail] for more information.