Dementia Liaison Nurse

Dementia Liaison Nurse Go back Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Closing date 27 October 2025 We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is passionate about working with people living with dementia and promoting the concept of living well with dementia for those living within a 24‑hour care setting. This post forms part of our Dementia Liaison Nurse (DLN) service, which consists of eight innovative DLNs alongside a Clinical Lead Manager who work countywide in Cornwall to deliver evidence‑based dementia care. The DLN service provides assessment, risk assessment, care planning and treatment for people living with dementia in designated care homes. The role comprises working alongside the immediate multi‑disciplinary team within the Dementia and Older People’s Mental Health service, but also with our wider health and social care community, in particular our colleagues in general practice, care homes and social care. This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply: Cornwall Foundation Trust Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time. Main duties of the job To undertake specialist bio‑psycho‑social assessments of patients with suspected or confirmed dementia and other mental health problems, which may include the impact of physical health on wellbeing such as pain, medication impact and carer assessment. To help build strong and effective working relationships with key staff in a cluster of community hospitals, GP practices, care homes, mental health and primary care community teams. To help reduce the number of admissions from care homes to acute hospitals for people with dementia. To manage a caseload under the care programme approach, placing the person at the centre of care in a rewarding but busy role. The ability to work in partnership with carers, family members and services in the community is essential. The successful applicant will need to work on their own as well as being part of the wider team, with good communication skills and a sound knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act. Experience and an understanding of using a bio‑psycho‑social approach to meeting the needs of people living with dementia is essential. About us We’re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital‑based care to improve people’s physical and mental health and also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you’ll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK. Over 4,000 people make up the Trust, including doctors, nurses, therapists and support staff. We work in people’s homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner. Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays, lots of people choose to visit the area, increasing the numbers of people who use our services. Job responsibilities To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents. Person Specification Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience Professional current registration NMC Post‑graduate specialist training to degree level in relevant subject area Substantial experience of working with people with dementia post qualification Previous teaching/training experience Knowledge and abilities In‑depth knowledge of assessing holistic needs of older people Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr