NHS Ayrshire & Arran
KM256872 - Community Mental Health Nurse
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Aberdeenshire Integrated Drug & Alcohol Service South & Central Aberdeenshire
12-month Fixed Term/secondment 36 hours per week | Monday to Friday
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 RMN or RGN to join the Aberdeenshire Integrated Drug & Alcohol Service on a fixed-term basis.
You will work within a community setting, delivering high-quality, evidence-based, recovery-focused interventions to individuals experiencing alcohol and/or drug related harm. The role involves providing both pharmacological and psychosocial interventions, supporting individuals throughout their recovery journey.
The post holder will work in close partnership with colleagues across health, social care, and third-sector services to deliver Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Standards and recovery-orientated care in line with national and local priorities.
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You Will
- Provide safe, effective, person-centred care to individuals with substance misuse issues
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and wider partnership network
- Demonstrate excellent communication, assessment, and care-planning skills
- Contribute to promoting recovery, harm reduction, and improved health outcomes
You Should
- Be a registered RMN or RGN with relevant post-registration experience
- Have strong organisational, communication, and team-working skills
- Be able to work autonomously while contributing effectively to team goals
- Have an understanding of recovery-focused practice within substance use services
Base: Lumphart Cottage, Inverurie
Travel: Regular travel throughout South & Central Aberdeenshire is required, but may have to travel to other parts of Aberdeenshire
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Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
This post offers an excellent opportunity to further develop specialist skills in community drug and alcohol nursing within a supportive and experienced service.
An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates
Interviews will take place 09 October 2026
Informal enquiries to Dave Taylor - Nurse Manager 07831616542 or Tia Chidothe 0748336855
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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