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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
We are looking to recruit a Community Mental Health Staff Nurse to work initially in Riverview Resource Centre, Dumbarton Joint Hospital.
The post holder will be an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team. The post-holder will work in partnership, demonstrating compassionate caring behaviours to fulfil the key functions of the CMHT.
You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
*NQN’s need not apply*
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Permanent, Full-time and Part-time available
The shift pattern for this post is: Post 1: 37 hours per week, Post 2: 22.2 hours per week
Base location - Riverview Resource Centre
Key responsibilities:
In particular, the post-holder will be responsible for the assessment of people referred to the service. The post-holder will be involved in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care using a strength-based recovery-focused approach to care that proactively involves the person and optimises self-management.
The post holder is required to be able to undertake duties without direct supervision, working in partnership with patients, carers and other professionals/ agencies in line with legislative frameworks, agreed standards and clinical policies. This involves working in a variety of home/near-home community environments.
Participating in regular caseload line management supervision and Clinical Supervision are critical aspects of the role.
Supervising the practice of others, undertaking mentorship/ preceptorship responsibilities and contributing to the learning and development of the staff team are important aspects of this role.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse – Level 1 NMC registration
- Educated to, or actively working towards, minimum degree level / or equivalent
- Working knowledge and application of mental health nursing care (including physical healthcare)
- Evidence of active and ongoing CPD
- Evidence of Clinical Supervision / reflective practice
- Working knowledge of mental health / mental illness/wellness and recovery
- Working knowledge of rights, values‑based practice and legislation frameworks
- Evidence of using digital technology/information systems/email and basic applications
- Evidence of key skills and behaviours, including:
- Organisation skills
- Self-direction and self‑motivation
- Effective written and verbal communication (negotiation, influencing, persuading, facilitating, conflict resolution)
- Decision‑making skills
- Ability to work flexibly, prioritise workload, and adapt to meet person‑centred care needs without direct supervision
- Ability to form therapeutic professional relationships and work as part of a wider team
- Working knowledge and demonstrable evidence of the NMC Code
- Ability to undertake multiple daily clinical contacts in a home or near‑to‑home environment, which may involve driving
Desirable
- Completion of an evidence‑based psychological therapy / psychological approaches to care programme
- Completion of a mentor preparation programme / registered mentor
- CMHN Career Development Framework – evidence aligned to pillars of Level 5 practice, including:
- Clinical practice – safe, effective, person‑centred care
- Facilitation of learning
- Applied leadership
- Research and development
- Experience of working in a community environment
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Karen Bell, NTL - Karen.bell18@nhs.scot - 01389 812070
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
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