Forensic Acute Deputy Charge Nurse | Relocation

NHS Grampian; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance (£8,000)

Job summary

NHS Grampian invites applications for a Deputy Charge Nurse in the Forensic Acute Ward at Royal Cornhill Hospital. The post focuses on developing management and clinical skills for a registered mental health nurse in a dynamic forensic setting.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, drive risk assessment practices, and deliver evidence-based care while supporting patient-focused environmental and cultural change. PVG scheme is required. Interviews on 07 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with current registration.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team within a forensic setting.
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based care to service users in the Forensic Acute Ward.
• Contribute to clinical governance, risk assessment and management.
• Lead and support the team to drive patient-centered care and service improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Job description

NHS Grampian invites applications for a Deputy Charge Nurse in the Forensic Acute Ward at Royal Cornhill Hospital. The post focuses on developing management and clinical skills for a registered mental health nurse in a dynamic forensic setting.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, drive risk assessment practices, and deliver evidence-based care while supporting patient-focused environmental and cultural change. PVG scheme is required. Interviews on 07 October 2026.