Children & Young Persons Mental Health Nurse inLeicester inLeicester PUBLISHED WED 16 OCT 2024

£53,770 to £60,721 a year BANK
FAMILY MATERNITY MENTAL HEALTH MIDWIFERY MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS NMC PENSION WEEKEND

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DHU Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Children & Young Persons Mental Health Nurse for a bank position in Leicester, offering a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits. The role involves being the first clinical point of contact for referrals and inquiries, managing and coordinating patient assessments, and providing advice on clinical risks to children, young people, and their caregivers. Successful candidates will join a diverse, multi-disciplinary team and will play a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care within the NHS.

To qualify, applicants must be a registered Mental Health Nurse with substantial experience in autonomous practice, especially in working with children and young people. Ideal candidates should possess knowledge of mental health conditions and demonstrate the motivation and resilience to provide exceptional care. Additional perks of the position include generous leave entitlements, a health cash plan, an NHS pension scheme, and options for enhanced maternity/paternity leave.

Children & Young Persons Mental Health Nurse Bank

Elevate your career as an CYP Mental Health Nurse with DHU Healthcare!

Are you a devoted CYP Mental Health Nurse seeking a rewarding opportunity to continue delivering exceptional patient care at the forefront of the NHS? DHU Healthcare has a rewarding opportunity for you!

Discover job satisfaction as you begin your rewarding new career journey. Your dedication to supporting patients, as you make a significant difference to the lives of others, will see you contributing to the highest level of patient care we deliver every day at DHU.

Your new colleagues will be a diverse multi-disciplinary community who, as a team, work collaboratively utilising their expertise to ensure that together we achieve collective brilliance.

Be the first clinical point of contact for clinical referrals (self or professional) and enquiries on the telephone, and by online.
Monitor, manage and coordinate with staff within the team and external agencies to ensure safe sign posting of referrals.
Providing call back support/advice/information gathering with the support of navigator
Risk assessment when necessary and offer advice to CYP and carer to manage clinical risk.

About us
Location:Anstey Frith House, Leicester Road, Leicester, LE38RN
What DHU can offer you:
Working Patterns:Bank position
Competitive salary: £53,770 - £60,721 (Band 8a.0) 30% evening enhancements. 45% weekend enhancements.
Generous annual leave entitlement:Standard 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days + 8 bank holidays. Pro Rata/ Per Annum
Employee benefits:
As part of our team at DHU Healthcare, we believe in rewarding you, our colleague, for your hard work and dedication to providing the very best in patient care. As part of our team, you can enjoy a host of benefits to enhance your wellbeing.
Health Cash Plan:We take care of your health and wellbeing with health cash plans provided through Westfield Health. A health cash plan allows you to claim money back, up to set limits, towards the cost of your essential healthcare, as well as providing access to valuable health and wellbeing services.
NHS Pension Scheme: Rest assured knowing your future is secure with our NHS pension scheme. Already an NHS employee? We acknowledge your continuous service and commitment to healthcare excellence, allowing you to bring your existing pension pot and holiday allowance with you!
Car Lease Scheme:DHU has teamed up with NHS Fleet Solutions to offer a salary sacrifice scheme for colleagues. As part of our citizenship commitment and active approach to reducing our carbon footprint, we can provide you with lease options on a brand-new hybrid or electric car.
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support you during this special time in your life, supported by a robust Family Friendly policy.
Referral Programme: Share the benefits of working at DHU with your network and you can earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Programme.
Birthday Leave Guarantee:Birthday leave isn't compulsory; it's entirely up to you! We cant always celebrate with you, so whether you choose to take the day off and indulge in a well-deserved break or prefer to work and save your leave for another time, the decision is yours to make!
To be a successful CYP Mental Health Nurse youll need:

Registered Mental Health Nurse registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)

Substantial Autonomous practice experience working and multi-professional team

Evidence of working with undiagnosed and undifferentiated patients.

Experience of working with children and young people.

Knowledge of mental health conditions, diagnoses and clinical risk

Be motivated, passionate, positive, resilient, and determined to provide the best care.

Right to work in the UK
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