Paediatric Mental Health Specialist Nurse (Part-Time)

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Nurse for Children and Young People’s Mental Health and Eating Disorders to support acutely ill paediatric patients. The role involves specialist assessment, care planning and MDT collaboration to deliver safe, compassionate and individualised care.

The post holder will provide clinical advice, education and support to staff to improve patient experience and reduce restrictive practices.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with relevant paediatric mental health experience.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teamwork and care planning.
• Ability to teach and support ward staff in MH and eating disorders care.

Responsibilities

• Attend MDT weekly meetings.
• Act as named nurse for inpatients with ED and MH needs.
• Support ward team with ED care plans and NG tube feeding where applicable.
• Provide patient- and family-centered education on emotional regulation and coping strategies.
• Deliver staff training on ED, MH, and safety planning.
• Contribute to service development and evidence-based practice.

Job description

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Nurse for Children and Young People’s Mental Health and Eating Disorders to support acutely ill paediatric patients. The role involves specialist assessment, care planning and MDT collaboration to deliver safe, compassionate and individualised care.

The post holder will provide clinical advice, education and support to staff to improve patient experience and reduce restrictive practices.