Community Psychiatric Nurse - Mental Health

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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Community Nurse within the South Glasgow Older People’s Mental Health Team. The team is based across Shawmill Resource Centre, Pollokshaws and Elderpark Clinic, Govan, and works as part of a multidisciplinary service including Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Mental Health Nurses and Clinical Support Staff. The post holder will provide comprehensive assessment, treatment and care for people aged 65 and over experiencing functional and organic mental health conditions.

This role offers the opportunity to manage complex cases, develop specialist expertise in Older People’s Mental Health, supervise and mentor junior staff, contribute to service development initiatives, and act up for the Band 7 Team Leader when required.

Fixed Term Role
- Maternity Cover (9 Months)

Elderpark Clinic

36 Hours per week (Monday
- Friday 9am
-5pm)

The post holder will be responsible for managing a defined caseload, undertaking comprehensive mental health assessments, developing and evaluating individualised care plans, and delivering evidence-based interventions for older adults experiencing mental health difficulties. Working autonomously within a Community Mental Health Team, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with patients, carers, primary care services, health and social care professionals, and voluntary agencies to ensure high-quality, person-centred care.

The role includes participation in multidisciplinary meetings and case conferences, implementation of local and national policies, maintenance of accurate clinical records, risk assessment and management, supervision and appraisal of junior staff, support for student nurse learning, contribution to service improvement initiatives, and promotion of public health and wellbeing. The post holder will also provide leadership within the nursing team, support recruitment activity, participate in caseload supervision, and deputise for the Nursing Team Leader when required.

• First level Registered Mental Nurse (RMN).
• Minimum of 2 years' community mental health experience at Band 5 level or equivalent.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to fulfil the duties and responsibilities of the post.
• Current driving licence (Essential)
• Experience of working with older people with functional and organic mental health conditions.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of relevant mental health, community care and safeguarding legislation.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and service improvement.

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…