Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse

Location Sutton
Job type Contract
Salary £28.53 - £30.14 per hour
Consultant Deane Garrard
Call 07700159295
Reference HQ00107856_1592840019

Sanctuary Health is currently looking for a Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse to work within a Recovery Team based in Sutton.

The pay rate for this full-time role is £28.53 - £30.14 per hour (Assignment rate) and is an initial 6-month contract.

Community Psychiatric Nurse Job Summary:

  • To Assessment/triage mental health needs for adults across the borough of Merton at, within the Referral Centre of Merton Assessment Team
  • To signpost service users to other agencies/services and/or discharge to primary care where necessary
  • To manage a caseload of clients with complex needs, using evidence based/client-centred principles to assess, direct treatment and discharge plans
  • The post holder is expected to utilise community resources, working closely with other elements within Merton and Secondary services
  • The post holder will ensure user and carer involvement in all aspects of service delivery
  • The post holder will be expected to promote, by example and leadership, a high standard of patient care
  • The post holder will communicate and collaborate effectively with all agencies and agents involved in supporting adults with mild to severe mental health needs
  • To work closely with Police, Third Sector Organisations, Children's Services and other statutory organisations e.g. Housing

Requirements of the Community Psychiatric Nurse:

  • Valid NMC registration under Mental Health.
  • Experience working within a similar role would be highly desirable.
  • A degree or equivalent within Mental Health Nursing (RMN trained).

Contact:

This Community Psychiatric Nurse job is advertised by Deane Garrard; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements.