Nurse-Led Psychiatric Liaison: Community Care Support

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Distant Islands Allowance

NHS Pension

Work-life balance policies

Job summary

NHS Orkney is seeking an All-Age Nurse-Led Psychiatric Liaison Team member to deliver compassionate, person-centred care to patients across hospital, community and home settings. You will work with patients, carers and professionals to implement recovery-focused plans and support self-management.

The role requires SVQ3/SCQF7 in health or equivalent, strong communication skills, digital literacy and a valid driving licence.

Qualifications

• Educated to, or working towards, SVQ Level 3 / SCQF Level 7 in health, mental health or social care or equivalent.
• Good working knowledge of mental health and related issues.
• Able to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care to individuals referred to the service.
• Work autonomously across hospital, community and near-home settings to deliver care plans.
• Manage a caseload with regular supervision and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Mental health knowledge

Communication skills

Digital literacy

Driving

Education

SVQ3 / SCQF7 in health/mental health

Tools

Email

Information systems

Job description

NHS Orkney is seeking an All-Age Nurse-Led Psychiatric Liaison Team member to deliver compassionate, person-centred care to patients across hospital, community and home settings. You will work with patients, carers and professionals to implement recovery-focused plans and support self-management.

The role requires SVQ3/SCQF7 in health or equivalent, strong communication skills, digital literacy and a valid driving licence.