Sanctuary - Community Psychiatric Nurse Locum - Totnes - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Totnes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Community Psychiatric Nurse locum to work in Totnes. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate and the flexibility of locum work. Responsibilities include conducting mental health assessments, developing care plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates must hold a Mental Health Nursing degree and be registered with the NMC. Join a supportive team dedicated to improving patient care.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible working hours

Personal and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Mental Health Nurse required.
• Registered with the NMC essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health assessments within the surgery and during home visits.
• Develop personalised care plans based on patient needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care.
• Monitor and adjust care plans to ensure best patient outcomes.

Skills

Mental health assessments

Care plan development

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Patient and family support

Documentation according to NMC standards

Education

Degree in Mental Health Nursing

Job description

Sanctuary – Community Psychiatric Nurse Locum

Overview

Exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse within an Adult Surgery setting in Totnes, UK, earning £26.28 per hour on an ongoing contract. This position comes with all the flexibility and variety that locum work offers. Based mainly from the surgery with some home visits, you’ll work full-time from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Dive into this unique role that challenges the norm and offers rewarding experiences every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive mental health assessments for patients within the surgery and during home visits.
• Develop and implement personalised care plans, taking into consideration each patient’s unique needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for all patients.
• Offer expert advice and support to patients and their families, helping them navigate mental health challenges.
• Monitor and review patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to ensure the best outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation according to NMC standards.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you must hold a degree or equivalent in Mental Health Nursing, have experience working as a Mental Health Nurse, and be registered with the NMC. These qualifications ensure you deliver the best possible care to our patients.

Perks and benefits

As a locum Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse, you get the chance to explore various healthcare settings, allowing for professional growth and diverse experiences. Embrace the freedom of choosing hours and length of assignment to suit your lifestyle. This position offers an exceptional rate of pay, ensuring your hard work is well rewarded. Benefit from working in a harmonious team environment with plenty of support and opportunities for personal and professional development. Plus, experience the satisfaction of making a positive difference in patients’ lives.

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