Senior Nurse Practitioner

NHS Highland; Newcastle Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Nurse Practitioner for the Mental Health Assessment Unit. The ideal candidate will conduct comprehensive assessments and work within a multidisciplinary team. They should have a high level of knowledge in assessing mental illness, excellent clinical judgment, and the ability to work independently. Registration with the UK NMC as a Mental Health Nurse is required. This position involves providing 24/7 triage services. Apply now to deliver compassionate mental health care.

Qualifications

• High level of knowledge and experience in assessing mental illness and psychological distress.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and committed to working a 24-hour shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments.
• Work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team.
• Make sound clinical decisions in complex situations.
• Provide a 24/7 triage service.

Skills

Knowledge and experience in assessing major mental illness

Excellent clinical judgment

Decision-making skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Flexibility to work a 24-hour shift pattern

Education

Full current registration with the UK NMC as a Mental Health Nurse

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Mental Health Assessment Unit (MHAU) for a Senior Nurse Practitioner.

The Mental Health Assessment Unit (MHAU) provides a single point of access to an integrated, community asset-based approach to care. Our aim is to support patients in effectively self-managing their lives and health, reducing distress and improving overall functioning. We work closely with partner agencies to ensure an efficient and compassionate journey through mental health services.

As a Member Of The MHAU Team, You Will

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, including mental state and risk assessments (suicide, self-harm, violence) within a holistic framework.
• Work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Make sound clinical decisions in complex and challenging situations.
• Undertake nurse-led assessments and joint assessments with medical colleagues, including Police Section 297 assessments.
• Provide a 24/7 triage service to Police Scotland, Scottish Ambulance Service, and NHS 24.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have a high level of knowledge and experience in assessing major mental illness and psychological distress.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Be confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Be flexible and committed to working a 24-hour shift pattern.

You must have full current registration with the UK NMC as a Mental Health Nurse.

Apply now and help us deliver compassionate, high-quality mental health care to those who need it most.

Informal enquiries to Lesley Smith, Clinical Area Manager; email:

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.

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