Community Mental Health Nurse
Job Description
Overview
NHS Borders invites highly motivated community mental health nurses to join the Scottish Borders Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). The role is situated in a rural setting with easy access to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Newcastle.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver person centred care based on GIRFEC principles.
- Lead by example in maintaining and improving high standards of care and practice.
- Participate in continued professional development and in house training.
- Provide tier 3 multidisciplinary and psychological interventions, and tier 4 intensive community treatment.
- Work closely with Young People’s Units for hospital admissions when required.
Qualifications and Experience
- Strong leadership and clinical skills in community mental health.
- Sound knowledge of current clinical practice.
- Experience within community mental health is advantageous.
Employment Terms
From 1 April 2026, the full time Agenda for Change working week will be reduced to 36 hours with a corresponding increase in hourly rate to maintain pay levels.
Equal Opportunity
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Applications from all sections of society are welcomed.
