Flexible Bank Shifts: Community Psychiatric Nurse

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing solution provider is looking for a Community Psychiatric Nurse in Greater London. This role involves robust assessment of patients with mental health difficulties and developing appropriate care pathways. Candidates should have a minimum of 6 months experience in a UK hospital environment, possess an NMC registration, and have a full UK driving license. This position offers flexible bank shifts or fixed-term placements, promoting a work-life balance while providing vital community mental health support.

Benefits

Weekly pay

NHS Discount Provider

Flexible working options

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months paid experience in Community Psychiatric Nursing in a UK hospital environment within the last 3 years.
• Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices.
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Providing robust assessment of patients (by telephone or face-to-face) who have been referred due to presenting with mental health difficulties.
• Identifying appropriate care pathways and ensuring the least restrictive option to meet the needs of the patient and ensuring their wellbeing.
• Signposting to appropriate care providers (including primary and tertiary care).
• Raising concerns to senior staff for support and management.
• Completing documentation and planning care for patients.
• Presenting cases to Multi-Disciplinary Team for discussion around care pathway.
• Liaison with colleagues nursing, occupational therapy, medics, psychology and admin.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Assessment skills

Education

Degree / Diploma in Nursing

NMC Registration

Job description

A healthcare staffing solution provider is looking for a Community Psychiatric Nurse in Greater London. This role involves robust assessment of patients with mental health difficulties and developing appropriate care pathways. Candidates should have a minimum of 6 months experience in a UK hospital environment, possess an NMC registration, and have a full UK driving license. This position offers flexible bank shifts or fixed-term placements, promoting a work-life balance while providing vital community mental health support.