Community Mental Health Nurse
We are looking for an enthusiastic Community Mental Health Nurse with Older Adult Mental Health experience in Caithness.

Your role will be with adults over the age of 65 or of any age if a memory concern. It will involve assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation of the care plan, in partnership with the client and family and carers. You will also be involved in assessment and management of ongoing risk.

The role will involve medication monitoring, liaising with Psychiatrists, Primary Care and with other Social Care services, and referring on to other services as appropriate. You will be an active member of an MDT. You will be supervising students and Support Workers on occasion.

You are required to be registered with the NMC and work within code of conduct at all times.

The applicant would be required to travel efficiently and effectively to undertake the role. A driving licence is essential.

Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Hours Per Week: 27
Job reference: 263127
Job closing date: 11/11/2026
Location: Caithness General Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
Department: Caithness Mental Health Team

Informal queries to: Marie Cuthbert, Interim District Manager Caithness 07974107022 / marie.cuthbert2@nhs.scot

How to apply

• Apply online through Jobtrain
• Vacancy may close early if a high number of applications are received. Early application is advised.
• Ensure the address on your application reflects your current place of residence and can be verified through your identification documents.
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• Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date.
• Once submitted, applications cannot be changed.

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.

Keeping in Touch

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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?

• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.