An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Mental Health Nurse to join our community team. This post is based in Nairn but the postholder may also undertake work in Badenoch and Strathspey from the Aviemore site.

We work as part of an integrated health team comprised of Nurses, OT’s, Support workers, Social Workers and Administrative staff.

The postholder will be responsible for the Triage, assessment, care planning/risk assessment and care implementation of adults experiencing acute and severe mental health problems in the locality. We endorse a recovery focussed model of care, delivering a range of therapeutic interventions on both a 1-1 basic as well as in groups.

You should be confident and experienced in working with people with a wide range of mental health problems, with the ability to demonstrate a broad range of clinical intervention. You will be expected to work both independently and as part of a Multi-disciplinary Team.

A driving license is essential and you should have access to your own car for work purposes, although a pool car may be available at times.

Informal enquiries to Hayley Duncan, Team Lead 01667 422786 hayley.duncan2@nhs.scot

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.

Additional information for candidates
Flexible Working
Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

How to apply
Apply online through Jobtrain
Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
Do not upload a CV – CVs are not used for shortlisting
Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date
Once submitted, applications cannot be changed

Keeping in Touch
We will contact you by email
Please check your email (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account regularly

Support and Accessibility
Help with applying: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
Jobtrain technical support: https://knowledge.jobtrain.co.uk/jobseeker
Jobtrain accessibility statement: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/
If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please tell us

Internal candidates
Some posts are internal only
If you work for NHS Highland, make sure your Jobtrain profile shows this

What is it like to work for NHS Highland?
Visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers/ to find out more about living and working in our area

Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers
Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd ‑ labhairt na Gàidhlig

Care and compassion
Dignity and respect
Openness, honesty and responsibility
Quality and teamwork