Adolescent Mental Health Nurse - Dragonfly Unit (Band 5)

NSFT; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NSFT is seeking a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse for the Dragonfly Unit based at Carlton Court, Suffolk. The adolescent unit cares for young people aged 12-17 with mental health issues and eating disorders, with 12 beds and a recovery-focused approach.

You will work in an inpatient setting, lead ward routines, develop clinical and leadership skills, and collaborate with families and CAMHS colleagues. Experience with children and young people is welcome; training in physical intervention is required.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree or equivalent RN(MH).
• Experience with mental health needs.
• Ability to work with children, young people and families.
• Good interpersonal skills and personal resilience.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient nursing care on the Dragonfly unit with a recovery focus.
• Lead and direct ward routines and contribute to service developments.
• Collaborate with CAMHS colleagues and families to support recovery plans.
• Maintain high standards of care, confidentiality and safety.

Job description

NSFT is seeking a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse for the Dragonfly Unit based at Carlton Court, Suffolk. The adolescent unit cares for young people aged 12-17 with mental health issues and eating disorders, with 12 beds and a recovery-focused approach.

You will work in an inpatient setting, lead ward routines, develop clinical and leadership skills, and collaborate with families and CAMHS colleagues. Experience with children and young people is welcome; training in physical intervention is required.