Community Psychiatric Nurse

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, This flexible role as a Community Nurse for NHS Professionals offers a unique blend of professional fulfilment and adaptable scheduling. This position allows nurses to provide vital healthcare services within the community, making a significant impact on patients' lives while having the freedom to choose their working hours. The flexibility of a bank role enables community nurses to balance their professional duties with personal commitments, fostering a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, working in diverse community settings provides opportunities for skill development, autonomy, and meaningful interactions with patients from various backgrounds. The chance to deliver compassionate care on a flexible schedule makes this role both rewarding and 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.
• Completing documentation 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.

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.,
• A minimum of 6 months paid experience as a Community Psychiatric Nurse in an UK hospital environment within the last 3years
• Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle.
• Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills., A minimum of 6 months paid experienceas a Community Psychiatric Nursein anUKhospital environment within the last 3years., Essential
• Statement of NMC Registration
• Degree / Diploma in Nursing
  
  Here at NHS Professionals, we run England'slargest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care.Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoybetter career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-lifebalance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so thatyou can take on new roles and challenges. Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources andbuild paid annual leave. Opportunity &Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to giveyou the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want.


• 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 youll 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.