KM222524 - Staff Nurse

NHS Grampian; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Scotland is seeking a motivated Registered Mental Health Nurse for a 6-month position in a rehabilitation team. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based care and supporting patients with mental health issues. The role emphasizes collaboration within a multidisciplinary team and a commitment to recovery-oriented practices. Relocation allowance available.

Benefits

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

Disability-confident employer

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong clinical judgement and robust risk assessment skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality mental health care and support to patients.
• Collaborate with the Community Rehabilitation Team for coordinated care.
• Support recovery-oriented practice and demonstrate openness to professional development.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Risk assessment

Ability to work independently

Collaboration in multidisciplinary team

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse with current registration

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Registered Mental Health Nurse to join the Rehabilitation Team for a secondment or fixed term position for a period of 6 months.

Polmuir Road is a 10-bedded community setting that offers 24 hour inpatient care from a multi-disciplinary team. The rehab pathway is currently undergoing a review, making this an opportune time for staff to be involved in the future direction of the service.

The post holder will contribute to providing high quality, evidence-based care and support to patients who experience a diverse range of mental health issues within the rehabilitation service. As a pivotal member of a multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will work closely with the Community Rehabilitation Team, in-patient services, and RCH, and will gain a full overview of the service and the patient journey within the rehabilitation service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, evidence-based mental health care and support to patients in the rehabilitation service.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with the Community Rehabilitation Team, in-patient services, and other relevant colleagues to ensure coordinated care.
• Demonstrate good clinical judgement and robust risk assessment skills.
• Support recovery-oriented practice and demonstrate openness to learning and developing new skills.
• Coordinate with line management for application processes as required.
• Engage with opportunities arising from the ongoing review of the rehab pathway to inform future service direction.

Qualifications and Skills

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with current registration.
• Strong clinical judgement and risk assessment abilities.
• Commitment to recovery-oriented practice and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Support from Line Manager to apply is required.

Additional Information

• Relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates.
• Disability-confident employer. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, contact the recruitment team at [e-mail].
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview in person on 05 November 2025; alternative arrangements will be considered to ensure accessibility.
• For further information, contact SCN Dennis Reid or DCN Nicola Redpath on 01224 551700.
• Please note this post may close early due to volume of applications.
• Post is open to NHS Grampian staff; update your Jobtrain profile accordingly if applicable.
• All correspondence will be by e-mail; ensure your email address is accurate.

Additional Notes NHS Scotland is committed to equality, diversity and elimination of unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.