Mental Health Nurse

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.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Mental Health Nurse within our inpatient service based at Marchburn Ward, East Ayrshire Community Hospital.

1 x 32.16 hour post is offered on a fixed term/secondment basis until the end of January 2027. 1 x 37 hour post is offered on a permanent basis that will require a flexible approach to shifts to meet the operational demands of the ward.

You will be responsible for delivering person centred care, evidence based, and recovery focused interventions and will also provide collaborative working within a multi-disciplinary team and across multi agency services. You will be required to demonstrate the ability to accept and/or delegate responsibility for the ongoing assessment, implementation and evaluation of care for patients. Applications are welcomed from individuals who will work as a key component of a multidisciplinary team and as such should have excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills along with a positive attitude and a proven ability to work as part of a team.

• You should be willing to undertake training to develop skills and competencies as required.
• This opportunity is available to individuals who have a genuine interest in working with people living with dementia. Previous experience in this field is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
• RMN Qualified
• Experience or interest in working with people with dementia

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If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Tracey McAllister, SCN (tracey.), Hayley McCutcheon, DCN (hayley.) or Rob Taylor, DCN (rob)