Band 6 - Community Mental Health Nurse/Practitioner

Search Healthcare are recruiting an experienced Community Mental Health Nurse (Band 6) on behalf of our client on an initial, 3 month contract with the potential of ongoing work.

Position Overview:

• Prioritising and managing caseloads collaboratively with health professionals, utilising strong communication skills and a non-judgemental approach.
• Conducting mental health and risk assessments to inform medical decisions, completing Care Act Assessments, and facilitating home visits for holistic support.
• Referring patients back to primary care or other health professionals as needed, while utilising IT and multidisciplinary team channels for efficient patient screening and coordination.
• Providing personalised support to individuals, families, and carers, empowering them to manage their health independently and achieve personalised care plan objectives.
• Collaborating with existing services to connect patients to community activities that promote health and wellbeing autonomy.

Requirements:

-A full UK Driving Licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010

-The right to work in the UK

-Minimum 6 months experience in a UK based healthcare setting.

-current registration with the NMC and adheres to the NMC Code.

-Professional qualification in a relevant field

-Experience in mental health settings, addressing complex community issues with service users.

Benefits:

-Professional development opportunities

-Flexible scheduling options

-Holiday Entitlement

-Weekly pay

-Competitive salary

-DBS, Uniform and training paid for

*How to Apply:*

If you are a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Nurse/Practitoner for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families, we encourage you to apply today! Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line "Community MH Nurse/practitioner" Or alternatively contact me on 07469402696

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.