Hameodialysis Registered Nurse

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Denbigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in North Wales is seeking a Mental Health Nurse to join its Community Mental Health Team. This role involves coordinating care for clients facing severe mental health challenges and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate commitment and compassion, supporting those in need within a diverse and supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Commitment to equality and diversity

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification.
• Proficiency in Welsh is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for clients with severe mental health issues.
• Develop care and treatment plans in line with regulations.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and interventions.

Skills

Care coordination

Risk assessment

Evidence-based interventions

Communication

Crisis intervention

Job description

The Community Mental Health Team is seeking a skilled, motivated, organized, and enthusiastic Mental Health Nurse to work within an established integrated, multi-disciplinary team, focusing on individuals with severe and enduring mental health problems. The successful candidate will be responsible for care coordination and case management of a defined caseload of clients with complex needs, as outlined in Parts of The Mental Health (Wales) Measure.

Proficiency in Welsh is desirable; applications from both English and Welsh speakers are welcome.

Main duties of the job

• Coordinate care for a designated caseload of clients with severe and enduring mental health issues.
• Ensure adherence to Care and Treatment Plans and compliance with the Mental Health (Wales) Measure.
• Act as a liaison for GPs and interface services, providing advice, support, and signposting.
• Develop standard and complex outcome-focused care and treatment plans.
• Complete comprehensive risk assessments for actual and potential risks.
• Support clinical duties, including assisting with depot/clozapine clinics and supervising long-acting injections.
• Conduct physical health assessments and monitor side effects for patients on Clozapine.
• Assess individuals in crisis, evaluate health and social care needs, and determine appropriate actions.
• Formulate care plans and deliver evidence-based crisis interventions collaboratively with service users, carers, and partner agencies.

Proficiency in Welsh is desirable; applications from both Welsh and English speakers are encouraged.

Working for our organization

If you enjoy a challenge, have a passion for helping others, or are seeking a fresh start, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales offers a supportive environment. As Wales's largest health organization, we provide a comprehensive range of services including primary, community, mental health, acute, and elective hospital care for a population of approximately 700,000 across North Wales.

Join our team and receive the support you need, aligned with our organizational values and the ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Employer’.