Senior Mental Health Nurse (Older Adults) — Care Coordinator

Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health services provider in Brentwood is seeking a Community Psychiatric Nurse Band 6. The role involves assessing and coordinating care for older adults with mental health challenges, including dementia. Candidates should have experience in a multi-disciplinary team setting and strong communication skills. Benefits include competitive holiday entitlement and a generous pension scheme. This position offers an opportunity to support patients in their homes and requires competency in prioritizing care needs and compliance with mental health regulations.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Staff discounts

£8K relocation package

Interest-free season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Experience of working as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team.
• Competence in comprehensive assessments for mental health.
• Proven ability to work independently and alongside others.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for patients within the Older Peoples Community Mental Health Team.
• Ensure clear communication with patients and their families.
• Adhere to requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Skills

Experience in assessing mental health needs

Problem-solving skills

Inter-agency working

Ability to prioritize workload

Job description

A mental health services provider in Brentwood is seeking a Community Psychiatric Nurse Band 6. The role involves assessing and coordinating care for older adults with mental health challenges, including dementia. Candidates should have experience in a multi-disciplinary team setting and strong communication skills. Benefits include competitive holiday entitlement and a generous pension scheme. This position offers an opportunity to support patients in their homes and requires competency in prioritizing care needs and compliance with mental health regulations.