Community Mental Health Nurse- Older Adult Newly Qualified Nurses

NHS Highland; Wick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare service in Wick is seeking a Community Mental Health Nurse to manage the clinical care of older adults with mental health issues. Responsibilities include assessment, care planning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Suitable for newly qualified nurses, this permanent position offers 37 hours of work weekly. A valid NMC registration and a driving license are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered with the NMC and adheres to the code of conduct.
• Experience in managing clinical care for older adults with mental health issues.
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team and supervise students or support workers.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical care of patients with mental health issues.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans.
• Liaise with psychiatrists and primary care services.

Skills

Clinical care management

Assessment and care planning

Medication monitoring

Communication with multidisciplinary teams

Education

NMC registration

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Community Mental Health Nurse - Older Adult (Newly Qualified Nurses), Wick

Location: Wick, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c72f3b731103

Job Views: 9

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Community Mental Health Nurse to join our Older Adult Team in Caithness. Your role will involve managing the clinical care of patients with mental health issues, delegated by Senior Practitioners (CPN), for adults over 65 or any age with memory concerns. Responsibilities include assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans in partnership with clients, families, and carers.

The role involves medication monitoring, liaising with psychiatrists, Primary Care, and other Social Care services, and referring to other services as appropriate. You will be an active member of a multidisciplinary team and may supervise students and Support Workers occasionally.

You must be registered with the NMC and adhere to the code of conduct at all times. This position is suitable for Newly Qualified Nurses.

A driving license is essential. A pool car may be available; however, applicants should have access to their own vehicle if required for work.

This is a permanent position, 37 hours per week, worked according to service requirements.