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Scotland, Scotland

Community Psychiatric Nurse – Exciting Opportunity In The Scottish Islands

Speciality:
RMN
Grade:
Band 6
Start date:
ASAP
Ref:
17474

Embark on a fulfilling career as a Community Psychiatric Nurse in the beautiful Scottish Islands!

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our healthcare team, providing vital mental health services to the local community. As a key player in our organisation, you will contribute to fostering mental well-being and delivering patient-centred care. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a unique and rewarding environment.

Job Overview: As a Community Psychiatric Nurse, you will play a crucial role in the mental health support system of the Scottish Islands. Working closely with individuals, families, and local healthcare teams, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, and delivering comprehensive psychiatric care. This role involves working collaboratively with various stakeholders to ensure the provision of holistic and patient-centred care.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Conducting thorough psychiatric assessments and developing care plans for individuals.
  2. Providing ongoing support and intervention for individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
  3. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, psychologists, and general practitioners.
  4. Offering psychoeducation to clients and their families to enhance understanding and coping mechanisms.
  5. Administering medication and monitoring its effectiveness, as prescribed by psychiatrists.
  6. Participating in crisis intervention and emergency response as necessary.
  7. Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with mental health issues.
  8. Engaging in health promotion and community education initiatives.

Benefits:

  1. Competitive salary with additional benefits.
  2. Free accommodation provided.
  3. Travel expenses covered.

Requirements:

  1. Registered Nurse with a valid licence from the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
  2. Post-registration qualification in Mental Health Nursing.
  3. Experience working as a Community Psychiatric Nurse.
  4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  5. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  6. Understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities presented by working in remote Scottish Islands.

How to Apply: If you are a CPN looking for exciting opportunities, we invite you to join National Locums. To apply for the position you can do so by clicking apply, by emailing me on ‘joanna.glora@nationallocums.co.uk‘ or simply call our office today on 01908 776477 and ask for Joanna.

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