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 seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse with a strong interest in working with individuals with complex mental health needs in a community setting. You will be responsible for your own caseload under the direct supervision from Band 6 charge nurse. YAs part of a multi-disciplinary team within the context of a CMHT, the post holder will have responsibility for the assessment of patient care needs and the development and evaluation of programmes of care. They will be expected to carry out all relevant forms of care in partnership with patients, carers and other professionals in line with agreed standards and clinical policies and without direct supervision. Participation in regular caseload supervision with a named Band 6 CPN, will be a critical aspect of the role Supervising the practice of, and demonstrating procedures to, student nurses and unqualified staff will be an important aspect of the role as will be the mentoring of nurses undergoing basic nurse training.
You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
1. The postholder will join the Arran Community Mental Health Team
2. The shift pattern for this post is Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
Key responsibilities:
3. Functioning as Named Nurse / Keyworker, within a multi-disciplinary team, to a defined patient caseload
4. The assessment of care needs and the planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care
5. Carrying out all relevant forms of nursing care pertinent to the needs individual patients and/or delegating all or aspects of care to a named Health Care Assistant
6. Identifying and responding to the health promotion needs of patients under his/her care
7. Identifying and responding to the needs of patients which might be related to gender health, domestic abuse, and child protection
8. Maintaining accurate records of nursing care
9. Developing therapeutic relationships with patients and carers thereby ensuring that care needs are identified and met within a participative framework which recognises the principles of equality, dignity and respect and which takes into account spiritual and cultural diversity
10. Ensuring that personal practice (and that of Health Care Assistants to whom the post-holder has delegated duties) is in line with the principles underpinning the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 and those of the ‘Patient Focus Public Involvement’ and ‘Fair for All’ guidelines
11. Ensuring that personal practice (and that of Health Care Assistants to whom the post-holder has delegated duties) is carried out in line with national and locally agreed policy, standards, guidelines and good practice statements
12. Supporting the Band 6 and Nurse Team Leader by participating in the establishment and maintenance of a robust approach to clinical governance within the CMHT. This will typically include involvement in establishing and maintaining; effective internal and external lines of communication, effective leadership, clinical and operational standards, clinical audit, evidence-based practice, a culture of learning and innovation and strategies to maintain safety and minimise the risk of untoward clinical incidents
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
13. Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) with live NMC registration
14. At least 12 months experience at band 5 within a relevant clinical area
15. Evidence of post basic professional development
16. Evidence of effective leadership skills commensurate with the Band 5 role
17. Evidence of excellent team working skills
18. Ability to work using own initiative and without direct supervision
19. Effective communication skills
20. Effective listening and interpersonal skills
21. Full Driving Licence
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:
22. A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
23. Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
24. Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
25. Enhanced pay for working public holidays
26. NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
27. 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.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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