Registered Mental Health Nurses

NHS National Services Scotland; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking Registered Mental Health Nurses for a dynamic inpatient service. The role involves assessing care needs and developing treatment programmes within a supportive team environment. Candidates will benefit from comprehensive training and mentorship, with a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction package

Supportive educational development

Mentorship and staff supervision

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification required.
• Membership in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess care needs and develop care programmes.
• Join a multidisciplinary team in providing patient care.

Skills

Assessment of care needs

Care programme development

Team collaboration

Job description

Opportunity for Registered Mental Health Nurses

This is an excellent opportunity for Registered Mental Health Nurses aspiring to work in a dynamic inpatient service. The service provides care and treatment for a wide range of psychiatric conditions.

We offer a comprehensive induction package and supportive educational development, including Flying Start for newly registered staff. We are committed to mentorship, staff supervision, and personal development.

As a clinician, you will join a multidisciplinary team with strong links to both inpatient and community services. Your responsibilities will include assessing care needs and developing, implementing, and evaluating care programmes.

Shift Pattern

The inpatient service operates 24/7, and successful candidates will be expected to rotate onto night shifts.

Inquiries

For informal inquiries, please contact Leanne Marlow, Acting Senior Charge Nurse at 01592 643355 ext 28194, or Lynne Black, Lead Nurse at 01383 623623 ext 27067.

Working Hours and Contract

NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours from 1 April 2024, with no change in pay. This change will be applied pro-rata for part-time staff. Your employment contract will reflect these new hours. Please note, during a transitional period, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week, paid accordingly, until rosters are updated.

Requirements

A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme prior to appointment.

Legal and Equality Statements

NHS Fife is legally obliged to verify your right to work in the UK. If you are not a UK or Irish national, please confirm your right to work in your application.

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity, ensuring a workforce that is representative and respectful. We welcome applications from all sections of society.