Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team
Band 6 – Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN)
| Location | Lincoln |
| Job type | Contract |
| Salary | £26.78 - 26.78 per hour |
JOB-20240911-c1c514b9
Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) – Lincoln (UK) – £26.78 Hourly – Ongoing
Join us for an engaging opportunity as a Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse in the historic city of Lincoln. This role challenges you to provide top-notch mental health care within community settings, including patients’ homes. Offered on a full-time basis with an ongoing contract, this position is your chance to make meaningful contributions while developing your career in a supportive environment.
Perks and Benefits:
- Seize the opportunity for professional growth through managing complex cases, allowing you to hone your skills in a variety of challenging scenarios.
- Make a genuine impact on individuals’ lives by delivering compassionate care in settings they are most comfortable with, truly seeing the positive outcomes of your efforts.
- Enjoy working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals in multidisciplinary teams to share knowledge and expertise.
- Appreciate the autonomy of managing your own caseload while having the support of a wider team when needed.
- Benefit from flexible working arrangements that allow for a healthy work-life balance.
What You Will Do:
- Administer intramuscular injections as part of comprehensive treatment plans.
- Carry out in-depth assessments for patients requiring ongoing mental health support.
- Create and implement bespoke care plans tailored to each individual’s needs and situations.
- Regularly monitor and adjust care plans in response to patient progress and feedback.
- Handle a delegated caseload of complex cases with the potential for mentorship roles, guiding junior staff and learners.
- Engage with patients and carers through case conferences and reviews, facilitating better communication and understanding.
- Educate and support individuals and families on mental health conditions, treatments, and coping strategies.
- Provide care throughout various community settings, ensuring you’re a vital link between patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
Essential Requirements:
Qualifications:
– Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification and active Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration.
Skills:
– Skilled in administering intramuscular injections.
– Strong communicator able to interact effectively with patients, carers, and multidisciplinary teams.
– Confident in assessing complex situations and making informed decisions.
Experience:
– Notable post-qualification experience in mental health nursing, ideally in a community setting.
Other Requirements:
– A valid driving license is essential for travelling across the county for patient appointments.
Work Environment:
This role is predominantly community-based, offering the freedom to work in diverse environments such as patients’ homes or local clinics. Enjoy the independence of this position while being part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team aimed at enhancing mental health outcomes.
Living and working in Lincoln offers a captivating mix of history and modernity, giving you the perfect backdrop for both professional and personal life. Renowned for its stunning cathedral and vibrant cultural scene, Lincoln provides an enriching lifestyle with ample leisure and educational opportunities, making it a fantastic place to call home. Join us on this rewarding journey and see why Lincoln is the ideal place to live and work.
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