Job reference: 248709
Salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Job closing date: 07/07/2026
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: Dr Grays Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36
Job posted date: 23/06/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Grampian
Department: Ward 4

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We are seeking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Mental Health Staff Nurse to join our team on our 18-bedded acute mental health ward. This is an excellent opportunity for both newly qualified and experienced nurses who are passionate about delivering high-quality mental health care. The successful candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, a commitment to collaborative working, and a strong focus on providing safe, effective, and person-centred care to our patients.

12 hour shift pattern, Day/Night rotation

An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates

Interviews will take place on 10 July 2026

All necessary mandatory training and induction will be given to the successful candidates and any informal enquiries may initially be directed to Senior Charge Nurse Tamara Moir and Deputy Charge Nurse David McAllister on: 01343 567632

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.

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As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all.


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