Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) - Worcestershire and Herefordshire NHS

Recruiter: Service Care Solutions
Location: Worcestershire and Herefordshire NHS
Job Type: Temporary Contract
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Pay Rate: £27.00 per hour (Ltd, paid via umbrella company)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting assessments for individuals requiring mental health support.


• Acting as a Care Coordinator (CCO) for patients, ensuring a structured approach to care delivery.


• Engaging in triage activities to prioritise and assess the needs of service users.


• Providing care and support to individuals with a diagnosis of psychosis, utilising clinical expertise and knowledge to help manage and improve their mental health.

Requirements:

• Experience working with people diagnosed with psychosis.


• Strong knowledge of mental health assessments, triage processes, and care coordination.


• Registered with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) and have valid qualifications as a Community Psychiatric Nurse.


• Previous experience working in a similar role within the NHS is highly desirable.

Person Specification:

• Registered Nurse (Mental Health): Must hold a current NMC registration.


• Experience in Psychosis Care: Demonstrable experience working with individuals diagnosed with psychosis, preferably within a community mental health setting.


• Care Coordination (CCO) Experience: Experience acting as a Care Coordinator, managing patient caseloads, developing care plans, and coordinating services for individuals with complex mental health needs.


• Assessment & Triage Skills: Strong ability to conduct mental health assessments, manage risk, and provide triage support, prioritizing care based on the severity of the individual's condition.

Skills & Abilities:

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with service users, families, and multidisciplinary teams.


• Organizational Skills: Effective time management, able to manage a busy caseload, prioritize tasks, and work within deadlines.


• Teamwork: Strong collaborative approach, working effectively within multidisciplinary teams, and contributing positively to team dynamics.


• Clinical Knowledge: Up-to-date knowledge of mental health legislation, including the Mental Health Act, and an understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with severe mental illnesses.

Personal Attributes:

• Empathy and Compassion: Ability to provide patient-centered care with empathy, patience, and respect for individuals with mental health challenges.


• Resilience: Emotional resilience and the ability to work under pressure, managing challenging behaviors and complex cases.


• Initiative: Self-motivated and capable of working autonomously when required, taking proactive steps in care delivery.

Other Requirements:

• DBS Clearance: A valid, up-to-date Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, ideally on the update service.


• Driver's License: A full UK driving license is preferable, as the role may involve visiting clients in the community.

Interested please send your cv to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk