Liaison Psychiatric Nurse

NHS Grampian; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Grampian is offering a part-time (22.2 hrs) Band 7 secondment within the Department of Psychological Medicine for 6 months. The role requires an RMN skilled in mental health assessments to support patients in Aberdeen general hospitals and mentor trainees. The position offers a relocation allowance and fosters an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with substantial clinical experience.
• Experience in psychiatric and psychological assessments.
• Interest in mentoring and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient referrals from Aberdeen general hospitals.
• Communicate assessment plans to patients and medical teams.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across settings.

Skills

Clinical competence in mental health assessment

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a fluctuating caseload

Mentorship of nurses and students

Job description

A part time (22.2 hr) Band 7 secondment for 6 months has opened up within the small highly specialised team at the Department of Psychological Medicine. We are based in Ashgrove House at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary providing psychiatric and psychological assessment and input to patients within Aberdeen general Hospitals.

We are looking to recruit a RMN who has developed a high level of clinical competence in mental health assessment. The post holder will assess referrals from Aberdeen general hospitals, and will be able to communicate their view and immediate plan to the patient, family and medical team both in the hospital and General practice.

You must be able to work well within a fluctuating and unpredictable caseload, which at times can be both challenging and rewarding. This post is predominately 9-5pm with the post holder working on average one weekend a month.

An interest and enthusiasm to mentor nurses, students and medical trainees is an advantage, your ability to work well and alongside various other disciplines in multiple settings is essential.

An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates

Interviews will take place on the 11th of July 2025

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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. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.