Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse - Low Intensity Support Team - Lewisham - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare agency is seeking a Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse for a low-intensity support team in Lewisham. This full-time locum position offers an excellent rate of £27 per hour, allowing for flexible work hours and the chance to make a real difference in the community. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, providing support and interventions, and participating in the Clozapine Clinic. Join a collaborative environment focused on professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible locum work

Competitive pay

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative environment

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Registered CPN qualification required.
• Experience in managing low-intensity service users is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large caseload of low-intensity service users.
• Provide comprehensive care coordination.
• Deliver tailored health and social care interventions.
• Participate in the Lewisham Clozapine Clinic.
• Engage families and carers in treatment planning.

Job description

Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse – Low Intensity Support Team

Exciting Opportunity: Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse – Low Intensity Support Team in Lewisham, UK. Earn £27 Hourly over a 3-month contract. Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9 to 5pm. An experienced Registered CPN is urgently needed to join our dynamic community service team. This role offers the chance to provide vital support to a diverse range of service users while embracing the perks of flexible locum work.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum Position: Enjoy the flexibility and freedom of locum work, allowing you to manage your own schedule and work around personal commitments.
• Competitive Pay: At £27 per hour, this role offers an excellent rate, reflecting your skills and expertise.
• Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive and inclusive team, fostering a great work culture and opportunities for peer learning.
• Work-Life Balance: With standard weekday hours and no shifts, you’ll have more time to enjoy personal interests and family commitments.

What you will do:

• Engagement: Manage a large caseload of low-intensity service users, requiring minimal input with routine 3-month checks and ensuring the timely dispensing of injectable medication.
• Support: Provide comprehensive care coordination, collaborating with service users and carers using a recovery-focused approach. Assist clients in accessing necessary services, support, and entitlements.
• Interventions: Deliver tailored health and social care interventions that respect the needs of Black and minority ethnic service users. In addition, support the administration of injectable medication and promote adherence at the Clozapine Clinic.
• Clozapine Clinic: Participate in the Lewisham Clozapine Clinic on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with training provided on Point-of-care equipment.
• Families and Carers: Engage families and carers in treatment planning and provide necessary psychoeducation. Ensure their needs are assessed and addressed with appropriate care services.

Lewisham is a vibrant and culturally diverse area of London, known for its friendly community vibe and rich tapestry of cultures. It’s a brilliant place to live and work, with excellent transport links, an array of local amenities, and beautiful parks to enjoy on your days off. Come and be part of this exceptional community and make a real difference while advancing your career.

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