Band 6 - Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health Team

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Band 6 Nurse - Community Mental Health Team

Location: Worcester

Salary: £27.00 per hour

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Hours negotiable for the right candidate)

Job Summary:

Join our vibrant Community Mental Health Team as a Band 6 Registered Nurse in Worcester, where every day brings new challenges and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. This ongoing role offers the chance to engage with individuals facing complex mental health needs and provide expert care within a supportive community setting. You'll work full-time hours, with the possibility of tailoring your schedule for flexibility.

Perks and benefits:

- Competitive hourly rate of £27.00 per hour

- Thrive in a supportive and collaborative working environment where team spirit is more than just a phrase

- Enjoy flexible working hours tailored to suit your lifestyle

- Dive into opportunities for ongoing training and professional development, ensuring you can grow with us

- Relish the chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with complex mental health needs

- Benefit from a role that offers variety and the chance to work alongside some fantastic professionals

- Engage with a community that values mental health and wellbeing, helping to drive change and improvement in care

What you will do:

Clinical Duties:

- Provide comprehensive mental health assessments for service users with complex and enduring mental health conditions

- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised care plans in collaboration with service users and their families

- Utilise evidence-based interventions including psychoeducation, crisis intervention, and relapse prevention strategies

- Manage a caseload of service users, ensuring timely and appropriate care is delivered

- Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management plans to uphold safeguarding principles

- Offer specialist mental health advice and support to service users, carers, and other professionals

- Administer and monitor medication effectiveness in line with prescribed treatment plans

Teamwork & Professional Development:

- Collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and occupational therapists

- Participate actively in case discussions, care reviews, and clinical meetings

- Mentor and support junior staff, students, and support workers

- Engage in continuous professional development, staying up-to-date with the latest mental health care practices

- Adhere to relevant legislation and guidelines such as the Mental Health Act and NICE guidelines

Communication & Liaison:

- Build strong therapeutic relationships with service users and their families to promote recovery and independence

- Liaise effectively with GPs, social services, and external agencies to ensure coordinated care

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation using electronic patient records

Essential Requirements:

- Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with valid NMC registration

- Experience in a CMHT or similar community mental health setting at Band 5 or above

- Strong understanding of mental health conditions, risk assessment, and crisis intervention

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

- Knowledge of relevant legislation affecting mental health services

- Proficiency with electronic patient record systems

- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community travel

Desirable Criteria:

- Additional qualifications in CBT, DBT, psychosocial interventions, or non-medical prescribing

- Experience supervising junior staff or students

- Previous involvement in service improvement initiatives

Worcester is a marvellous place to live and work, blending historic charm with modern amenities. From the bustling local culture to the beautiful surrounding countryside, you'll find yourself immersed in an environment that supports both professional growth and personal wellbeing. Join us in making a significant impact and become part of a community that truly cares.

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