Community Psychiatric Nurse - Crisis Outreach Team

Sanctuary Personnel; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Community Psychiatric Nurse for its Crisis Outreach Team in Lambeth. This full-time role involves providing mental health assessments and interventions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and engaging in community outreach. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £27 and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Flexibility and variety in work

Extensive support from team

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent in Mental Health Nursing.
• Proven experience working as a Mental Health Nurse.
• Current NMC Registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist mental health assessments and interventions to individuals experiencing crises.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for coordinated care.
• Engage in community outreach to connect with patients and families.

Skills

Mental health assessments

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Community outreach

Education

Degree in Mental Health Nursing

Job description

Overview

Community Psychiatric Nurse - Crisis Outreach Team role in Lambeth. This locum, full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and an opportunity to apply mental health nursing skills within a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist mental health assessments and interventions to individuals experiencing crises, and implement care plans to promote stability.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients.
• Engage in community outreach to connect with patients, their families, and other stakeholders, fostering strong support networks.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of patient care and progress, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and regulations.
• Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to service improvements through shared insights and innovative ideas.

Requirements

• A degree or equivalent in Mental Health Nursing.
• Proven experience working as a Mental Health Nurse.
• Current NMC Registration.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of £27 per hour.
• Flexibility and variety in work, with opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Extensive support from a welcoming team with regular supervision and support meetings.