Community Psychiatric NurseinCharles Hastings WayinCharles Hastings WayPUBLISHED MON 23 DEC 2024

By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.

What youll be responsible for:

Providing robust assessment of patients (by telephone or face-to-face) who have beenreferred to the CMHT due to presenting with mental health difficulties.

Identifying appropriate care pathways and ensuring the least restrictive option to meet theneeds of the patient and ensuring their wellbeing.

Signposting to appropriate care providers (including primary and tertiary care). Attending dailyRed Board meetings.

Raising concerns to senior staff for support and management. CompletingRiodocumentation and planning care for patients.

Presenting cases to Multi-Disciplinary Team for discussion around care pathway.

Liaison with colleagues nursing, occupational therapy, medics, psychology and admin

About us

Job Title: -Community Psychiatric Nurse

Trust: -Herefordshire & Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

location: Princess Of Wales Hospital - Church View , Osbourne Court , Malvern

Pay Rates: -£21.80 to £34.87Per hour

Shift Patterns: - 07:00 am - 14:30 pm

14:00 pm - 21:30pm

RN 21:15 pm - 07:15 am

About the trust: -

Rated Good in their most recent CQC report,Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trustprovides a range of services across community hospitals, recovery units and within the wider community. As one of only six Global Digital Exemplars in Mental Health, the Trust is the countys main provider of community nursing, therapy and mental health services. From the outskirts of Birmingham to the edge of the Cotswolds, with excellent road and rail links, Herefordshire and Worcestershire provide opportunities to experience both city and country life.

Why might this job interest you?

This position allows nurses to deliver crucial mental health support and interventions directly within the community, positively influencing patients' lives. The flexibility inherent in a bank role means nurses can tailor their schedules to fit personal commitments, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, the diverse community settings offer rich opportunities for skill enhancement, professional autonomy, and engaging with individuals from various backgrounds. The ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care on a flexible schedule makes this role both professionally rewarding and personally accommodating.

What you can add:

• Providing robust assessment of patients (by telephone or face-to-face) who have been referred due to presenting with mental health difficulties.
• Identifying appropriate care pathways and ensuring the least restrictive option to meet the needs of the patient and ensuring their wellbeing.
• Signposting to appropriate care providers (including primary and tertiary care).
• Raising concerns to senior staff for support and management.
• Completingdocumentation and planning care for patients.
• Presenting cases to Multi-Disciplinary Team for discussion around care pathway.
• Liaison with colleagues nursing, occupational therapy, medics, psychology and admin.

The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.

What you'll need:

• A minimum of 6 months paid experienceas a Community Psychiatric Nursein anUKhospital environment within the last 3years
• Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursingpractices
• *Full UK driving licence and own vehicle.

*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.

The benefits we can offer you in return:-

• Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
• Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
• Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
• First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
• Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
• Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
• Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
• Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
• Being part of the NHSP Community means you'll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.

Who are NHS Professionals?

NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.

Apply Today

By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.