Band 6 – Community Psychiatric Nurse

Athona Ltd; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare recruitment is seeking a Community Psychiatric Nurse for a locum position in Gillingham. This exciting role offers the chance to work with an NHS Trust, providing essential mental health support in community settings. With a competitive hourly rate and flexible working opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Join a dedicated team that prides itself on excellence and offers tailored support to its professionals. If you have the required experience and are passionate about mental health, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Flexible Working Opportunities

In-house Revalidation Support

Competitive Pay Rates

Exclusive NHS Roles Access

Dedicated Consultant Support

Generous Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience in mental health.
• Experience working within a community team setting.

Responsibilities

• Support carers and families in distressing circumstances.
• Conduct clinical assessments for physical and psychological care.

Skills

Mental Health Experience

Clinical Assessment Skills

Experience with RIO

Experience with DIALOG+

Driving License

Job description

Job Title: Community Psychiatric Nurse

Specialty: Adult

Band / Grade: 6

Location: Gillingham

Salary: £27 Per Hour

Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) to work with an NHS Trust in Kent. This is a full-time locum position based in South London, with proposed working hours of 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday, 0900-1700.

The role is set to begin ASAP and will last for 3 months, offering an hourly rate of £27. Please note that this position is inside IR35.

Requirements:

• Experience working in mental health community settings
• Must be a driver
• Experience using RIO and DIALOG+
• Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience
• Experience working within a community team
• Clinical assessment skills for physical, psychological, and social care
• Ability to support carers and families in distressing circumstances
• Ability to travel as required

Why work with Athona?

We are one of the UK’s leading on-framework healthcare recruitment agencies. With over 20 years of experience, we pride ourselves on providing excellent support to our candidates. Our team of experts is always available to assist you.

What We Offer:

• Industry-leading in-house revalidation and appraisal support
• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible working opportunities
• Access to exclusive NHS roles through our preferred supplier status
• A dedicated consultant offering tailored support
• A generous referral scheme

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If this role matches your skills and experience, apply today, and our team will contact you to discuss the details.

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