Exploring the value of mental health nurses working in primary care in England: A qualitative study

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A post-graduate study by McLeod and Simpson (2017) explored the value of a Primary Care Liaison Nurse (PCLN) service within primary care and its impact on mental health problems in this setting.

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The study suggested that the PCLN service can improve the quality of care and is generally highly valued by its stakeholders. The study identified valued elements of the service; including having a duty worker, as well as aspects which could be improved; such as clarity around the characteristics of patients who will benefit from the service.