Mental Health Advanced Practitioner

NHS National Services Scotland; Wick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is looking for a Team Lead/Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join the Caithness and Sutherland CMHT. In this permanent role, you will lead a team delivering high-quality mental health care, mentor staff, and develop tailored care plans. The position requires a Registered Mental Health Nurse and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development and training.

Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Good work/life balance in the Scottish Highlands.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health nursing with a focus on general adult and older adult care.
• Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification desirable but not essential.
• Proven leadership and management skills are critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the CMHT team, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
• Provide advanced clinical care and support to patients with mental health needs.
• Conduct assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Clinical Care

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse with valid NMC registration

Job description

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.

Caithness and Sutherland CMHT is seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Lead/Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our mental health services, you will play a crucial role in leading and supporting our team to deliver high-quality care to our community, covering both general adult and older adult services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the CMHT team, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
• Provide advanced clinical care and support to patients with mental health needs, including general adult and older adult populations.
• Develop and implement care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Conduct assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients.
• Mentor and support junior staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals and agencies to ensure comprehensive care.
• Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with valid NMC registration or other Registered Healthcare professional.
• Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification desirable but not essential
• Extensive experience in mental health nursing, with a focus on general adult and older adult care.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Contribution to meaningful and impactful mental health services.
• Enjoy a good work/life balance in a lovely part of the Scottish Highlands.

The applicant would be required to travel efficiently and effectively to undertake the role. A driving licence is essential and a pool car may be available, however, applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes, if required.

This is a permanent post of 37 hours per week, worked in accordance with service requirements.

For more information about the role, please contact Marie Cuthbert, Interim District Manager – [e-mail] / 07974107022 or Carol Spratt, Service Manager Adult Mental Health and Specialisms – [e-mail].

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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork