* [Vacancy] Mental Health Advanced Practitioner, Band 7, Caithness and Sutherland
Mental Health Advanced Practitioner, Band 7, Caithness and Sutherland
CAITHNESS AND SUTHERLAND
TOWN AND COUNTY HOSPITAL, WICK
COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH TEAM (CMHT)
MENTAL HEALTH ADVANCED PRACTITIONER
BAND 7
SALARY: (£50,861 - £59,159)
Caithness and Sutherland CMHT is seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Lead/Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our mental health services, you will play a crucial role in leading and supporting our team to deliver high-quality care to our community, covering both general adult and older adult services.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead and manage the CMHT team, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
· Provide advanced clinical care and support to patients with mental health needs, including general adult and older adult populations.
· Develop and implement care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
· Conduct assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients.
· Mentor and support junior staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
· Liaise with other healthcare professionals and agencies to ensure comprehensive care.
· Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
· Registered Mental Health Nurse with valid NMC registration or other Registered Healthcare professional.
· Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification desirable but not essential
· Extensive experience in mental health nursing, with a focus on general adult and older adult care.
· Proven leadership and management skills.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Benefits:
· Opportunities for professional development and training.
· Supportive and collaborative work environment.
· Contribution to meaningful and impactful mental health services.
· Enjoy a good work/life balance in a lovely part of the Scottish Highlands.
The applicant would be required to travel efficiently and effectively to undertake the role. A driving licence is essential and a pool car may be available, however, applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes, if required.
This is a permanent post of 37 hours per week, worked in accordance with service requirements.
For more information about the role, please contact Marie Cuthbert, Interim District Manager – marie.cuthbert2@nhs.scot / 07974107022 or Carol Spratt, Service Manager Adult Mental Health and Specialisms – carol.spratt@nhs.scot .
Apply online via: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/J...l?JobId=218913
CLOSING DATE FOR COMPLETED APPLICATIONS: Sunday 29 th June 2025.
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