Community Psychiatric Nurse

3 weeks ago


Sittingbourne Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

Community Mental Health Nurse (Band 6) North Kent- Older Adults

The successful candidate will need to have relevant skills and expertise to carry out a variety of mental health needs assessments plus be able to plan and deliver interventions, both with individuals, their carers, and groups.

You will need to be clinically confident and competent in working with individuals in community settings and be able to work effectively in a multi-professional context.

You should have collaborative and enthusiastic styles as well as a passion and commitment to developing and promoting service provisions for older adults with mental health and dementia-related needs.

  • 1,200 New Hire Bonus for qualifying nurse

If you are a registered Mental Health Nurse with a passion for mental health care, we encourage you to apply

Main duties of the job

The post requires that you are good communicator and are able to adopt a flexible, adaptable and proactive approach to your work.

As well as providing specialist assessment and treatment within the CMHSOP you will be taking a lead role in memory clinic providing initial assessments, pre and post diagnostic support and treatment for people being diagnosed with dementia.

You will be benefiting from encouragement to continue to develop your own specialist skills, knowledge and competence through participation, reflection, supervision and training and your development will be guided using the trust's appraisal process.

About us

Come and work with us in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with a tremendous quality of life.

We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people across the county.

The Trust (rated Good overall by the CQC and Outstanding for care) has 3,283 staff working in 66 buildings across 33 locations, covering an area of 1,450 square miles.

You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones.

The nature of our work attracts kindness and compassion as standard and everyone from our cleaners and porters to the chief executive and chairman are recognised as playing a vital role in providing an exemplary service.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will:-

  • Plan and provide flexible, client-centered care for patients and their carers referred for assessment and support.
  • Support the delivery of the Clinical Care Pathway work
  • Take a lead role in the Memory Assessment Service.
  • Act as a care coordinator for a designated caseload.
  • Provide supervision and support for junior staff and students.
  • Ensure that patients referred to the service are supported before, during, and following diagnosis.
  • Enable patients and their carers to access the care and support that they need.
  • Contribute to the planning and implementation of therapeutic groups and interventions for clients and carers.

Please see the job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential


  • Qualified
  • Registration

Desirable


  • Relevant training
  • Practice Assessor

Knowledge & Skills

Essential


  • Mental health / dementia experience
  • Expressed interest in client group
  • Awareness of legislation
  • Ability to undertake initial assessment including core assessment and risk assessment
  • Support patients and carers in the creation of care plans
  • To establish effective therapeutic relationships with clients and their carers, communicating in a way that respects their views and autonomy and overcomes communication difficulties which may exist.
  • To report effectively and routinely to the multidisciplinary team on issues relating to the service.
  • To contribute to the effective communication between all parties involved in clients care.
  • To participate in multidisciplinary meetings regarding clients care and progress.
  • To take part in the team duty system.

Desirable


  • Other relevant experience
  • Previous use of RiO

Employer details

Employer name

Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust

Address

Chris Ellis Centre, Sittingbourne Memorial Hospital

Bell Road

Sittingbourne

ME9 8DZ

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

380-NK080-A #J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Hempstead, Kent, United Kingdom Randstad Care Full time

    Location: Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire Full Time: Mon to Fri 09:00 - 17:00£26.00 per hour Are you a compassionate and skilled Community Psychiatric Nurse seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the mental health sector? We are currently working with an NHS Trust based in Watford who require a Band 6 CPN to work within their Working Age...


  • Kent, Kent, United Kingdom Pertemps Medical Nurses Full time

    Before responding to this job advertisement, please ensure that you have the correct 'right to work' in the UK. As an agency we cannot sponsor visa's so any CVs sent without the correct 'right to work' or CVs sent from a 'WHO Red Listed Country' will be deleted without response Pertemps Medical Professionals are sourcing CPN's with NHS Experience for our...


  • Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    The Community Rehabilitation Service provides a flexible range of mental health interventions to help clients complex mental health needs to manage their mental health more effectively and remain in their own homes. The team works in close partnership with Social Care and housing providers to ensure each client has the necessary resources available to...

  • Dental Nurse

    1 day ago


    Tonbridge, Kent, United Kingdom Nurse Seekers Full time

    Dental Nurse – Tunbridge Wells Nurse Seekers are looking for a Qualified Dental Nurse to join a well-respected and established practice, located in Tunbridge Wells. It is a family-run practice, that has been a part of the local community for over 30 years. Our client offers patients a range of general and cosmetic dental treatments, using the latest...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Pertemps Medical Professionals Full time

    Make a Difference in Mental Health Care - CPN Positions Available! Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN/CPN) looking for a dynamic and rewarding career? We are a leading NHS Framework supply agency searching for compassionate and qualified RMNs to join our team! We offer CPN positions in various locations across The South East including: Essex ...


  • Sittingbourne, Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    Community Mental Health Nurse (Band 6) North Kent- Older Adults The successful candidate will need to have relevant skills and expertise to carry out a variety of mental health needs assessments plus be able to plan and deliver interventions, both with individuals, their carers, and groups. You will need to be clinically confident and competent...

  • Dental Nurse

    2 days ago


    Tonbridge, Kent, United Kingdom Nurse Seekers Full time

    Dental Nurse – Tunbridge Wells Nurse Seekers are looking for a Qualified Dental Nurse to join a well-respected and established practice, located in Tunbridge Wells. It is a family-run practice, that has been a part of the local community for over 30 years. Our client offers patients a range of general and cosmetic dental treatments, using the latest...

  • Dental Nurse

    2 days ago


    Tonbridge, Kent, United Kingdom Nurse Seekers Full time

    Dental Nurse – Tunbridge Wells Nurse Seekers are looking for a Qualified Dental Nurse to join a well-respected and established practice, located in Tunbridge Wells. It is a family-run practice, that has been a part of the local community for over 30 years. Our client offers patients a range of general and cosmetic dental treatments, using the latest...

  • Dental Nurse

    2 days ago


    Tonbridge, Kent, United Kingdom Nurse Seekers Full time

    Dental Nurse – Tunbridge Wells Nurse Seekers are looking for a Qualified Dental Nurse to join a well-respected and established practice, located in Tunbridge Wells. It is a family-run practice, that has been a part of the local community for over 30 years. Our client offers patients a range of general and cosmetic dental treatments, using the latest...

  • Senior Staff Nurse

    3 weeks ago


    Tonbridge & Mallin, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us. You will work as part of a close-knit team who are dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people in Maidstone. Community Staff Nurses make a difference by making sure our services are proactive and patient-focused, helping to keep people at...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 days ago


    Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom Nurse Plus UK Full time

    Registered Nurse in Ashford Are you an experienced ICU or Registered Nurse looking to take back control of your career with flexible and rewarding opportunities? We have opportunities to support individuals at home within your local community to assist them in the comfort of their own homes and ensure they have an excellent quality of life. As a leading...


  • Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Nurse Seekers Full time

    Registered Veterinary Nurse Barham Nurse Seekers are excited to be recruiting on behalf of an independent, specialist veterinary practice, that has been treating pets to a high standard since 2008. It is a friendly, family-owned practice, situated in the heart of the Kent countryside. Our client is looking to add another enthusiastic and motivated RVN to...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Pertemps Medical Professionals Full time

    Make a Difference in Mental Health Care - CPN Positions Available! Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN/CPN) looking for a dynamic and rewarding career? We are a leading NHS Framework supply agency searching for compassionate and qualified RMNs to join our team! We offer CPN positions in various locations across The South East...


  • Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Trust Full time

    he NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there’s never been a better time to join us. We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable End of Life Specialist Community Nurse to join our caring and progressive team in Canterbury. You will work as part of a close-knit team who are dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people...


  • Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Nurse Seekers Full time

    Registered Veterinary Nurse Barham Nurse Seekers are excited to be recruiting on behalf of an independent, specialist veterinary practice, that has been treating pets to a high standard since 2008. It is a friendly, family-owned practice, situated in the heart of the Kent countryside. Our client is looking to add another enthusiastic and motivated RVN to...

  • Nurse Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    Women's Outreach Service 2 year secondment/fixed term post opportunity Monday - Friday 9-5 KMPT are pleased to offer a 2 year secondment working within the Women's Outreach Service. The women's outreach service is a 2 year pilot project that has been developed as part of the women's secure blended services in the Kent, Surrey and Sussex...


  • Barham, Kent, United Kingdom Nurse Seekers Full time

    Registered Veterinary Nurse - Barham Nurse Seekers are excited to be recruiting on behalf of an independent, specialist veterinary practice, that has been treating pets to a high standard since 2008. It is a friendly, family-owned practice, situated in the heart of the Kent countryside. Our client is looking to add another enthusiastic and motivated...


  • Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Trust Full time

    he NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there’s never been a better time to join us. We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition. We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable End of Life Specialist Community Nurse to join our caring and progressive team in Canterbury. You will work as part of a...


  • Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom Greensleeves Care Full time

    Are you looking to continue your Nursing career in care with a respected care charity? ABOUT THE ROLE: Our care home, Gloucester House in Sevenoaks, now requires a Registered Nurses on a permanent basis. As Nurse, you are integral to ensuring our residents receive the highest quality of care, using a person-centered care approach. Nursing qualification...


  • Herne Bay, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Trust Full time

    Are you interested in joining a Trust committed to your development? Would you like to be part of an organisation that really values your well-being? Do you want to treat people rather than conditions? Here at KCHFT we are constantly working to improve the lives of our staff and our patients. We care for you so you can care for your patients. Our “We...