Community Mental Health Nurse
About the role
COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH NURSE
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Job reference:
261701
Salary:
Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Job closing date:
28/10/2026
Job Type:
Nursing and Midwifery
Location:
Various locations across Caithness & Sutherland
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
57.6
Job posted date:
08/10/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Highland
Department:
COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
Job Advert
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Community Mental Health Nurse to work within Caithness Community Mental Health team.
As a CMHN in Caithness you will work within an Integrated Health and Social Care Team and be required to carry out assessments, care planning, care implementation and reviews and act as a care co-ordinator where appropriate for clients in the Caithness area.
You will need to demonstrate a broad range of clinical therapeutic work as well as being able to work both independently and within the multi-disciplinary team setting.
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.
Additional information for candidates
Flexible Working
Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.
How to apply
Apply online through Jobtrain
Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
Do not upload a CV – CVs are not used for shortlisting
Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date
Once submitted, applications cannot be changed
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