Sanctuary Health is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse to work full-time based in Ashbourne.
The pay rate for this locum Community Psychiatric Nurse role is £25 - £25.50 per hour (Assignment rate) and is an initial 3-month contract.
Main Duties:
- Carry a community case load of mental health patients, working across clinics and patients' homes in providing high quality care.
- Perform general and risk assessments in diagnosing and treating complex mental health issues.
- Administer medications and perform depot injections as part of the treatment of patients.
- Work effectively as part of a MDT (Multi Disciplinary Team) and liaise with other mental healthcare professionals.
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).
- Proven experience working in Community Mental Health in areas such as CMHT, Assertive Outreach, Early Intervention, Crisis Resolution, Primary Care etc.
- Must have a car available for work and be willing to travel within the community as part of the role.
- Must be an effective and responsible lone worker, capable of organising own workload.
Contact:
This Community Psychiatric Nurse job is advertised by Ziggy Thomas; 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.
