Community Mental Health Nurse — Flexible, Growth‑Oriented

Sussex Partnership Nhs Foundation Trust; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Eastbourne is seeking a dedicated Community Mental Health Nurse. This role involves developing care plans with service users and their families, conducting clinical assessments, and providing mentorship to junior staff. Ideal candidates will be registered nurses with experience in mental health. Join a supportive team focused on improving lives in a vibrant community setting complemented by flexible working options and professional development opportunities. Comprehensive benefits include generous holidays and access to NHS discounts.

Benefits

Preceptorship with personal development plans

Access to wellbeing and support programmes

NHS pension contributions

Qualifications

• Evidence of continuous professional development required.
• Experience in partnership working within various care systems needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision to junior staff and act as a mentor.
• Carry a caseload and work with involved agencies and families.
• Develop care plans in partnership with service users.

Skills

Three years of relevant nursing experience

Experience with mental health interventions

Good communication skills

Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Education

Registered Nurse with current registration

Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Eastbourne is seeking a dedicated Community Mental Health Nurse. This role involves developing care plans with service users and their families, conducting clinical assessments, and providing mentorship to junior staff. Ideal candidates will be registered nurses with experience in mental health. Join a supportive team focused on improving lives in a vibrant community setting complemented by flexible working options and professional development opportunities. Comprehensive benefits include generous holidays and access to NHS discounts.