Community Mental Health Nurse (CPN) - Band 6

Location Southwark
Job type Contract
Salary £26 - 27 per hour
Consultant Andrew Cleeve
Call +44 7700 176524
Reference 160359

Sanctuary Personnel, a committed and competitive recruitment agency is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse (CPN) to work based in Southwark.

The pay rate for this full-time role is £26-£27 per hour (Assignment rate) and is a 3-month contract.

Shift Pattern:

  • 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday.
  • 37.5 hours per week.
  • Opportunity for home working due to COVID-19.

Main Duties:

  • Work in a community setting and with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Work with service users with a severe and enduring mental illness and complex social care needs.
  • Assessment and care planning skills.
  • Plan, prioritise, use initiative, and work independently.
  • Administration of medication.
  • Risk assessment, crisis management, and Duty work.
  • Liaise with others, and to maintain professional relationships.

Requirements of the Community Mental Health Nurse:

  • Valid NMC registration under Mental Health.
  • Previous experience working as a CPN.
  • A degree or equivalent within Mental Health Nursing (RMN trained).
  • Knowledge of social care issues, e.g. housing, benefits.
  • Knowledge of CPA, Mental Health Act, and other relevant legislation.
  • Understanding of diversity issues, and working in culturally diverse areas.

Benefits of working for Sanctuary Personnel:

  • Free DBS and compliance service
  • Daily payroll
  • Access to exclusive roles that aren't available with other agencies
  • Your own dedicated consultant with extensive mental health nursing knowledge
  • Refer a Friend bonus - get £250 for each candidate you refer who we successfully place
  • Find your own job bonus - Receive £250 for bringing your own position to us
  • Clinical governance support
  • In house payroll system
  • Revalidation
  • Industry leading shift booking system
  • Nationwide coverage including the Channel Islands

Contact:
This Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse job is advertised by Andrew Cleeve; 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.