Community Psychiatric Nurse

Job Title: Community Psychiatric Nurse Trust: Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Location: Kent, Canterbury Pay Rates:£18 - £28 Per Hour Shift Patterns: Flexible About the Trust: Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), rated Good in their most recent CQC report (with care and some services rated as Outstanding), provides mental health, learning disability and specialist services across the county. Nestled in the Garden of England with easy access to London, KMPT operates across 33 locations, where a mix of rural, coastal and urban housing is available within Kent. Why might this job interest you? This flexible role as a Community Psychiatric Nurse for NHS Professionals offers a unique blend of professional fulfilment and adaptable scheduling. This position allows nurses to provide vital healthcare services within the community, making a significant impact on patients' lives while having the freedom to choose their working hours. The flexibility of a bank role enables community nurses to balance their professional duties with personal commitments, fostering a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, working in diverse community settings provides opportunities for skill development, autonomy, and meaningful interactions with patients from various backgrounds. The chance to deliver compassionate care on a flexible schedule makes this role both rewarding and accommodating. What you can add: Providing robust assessment of patients (by telephone or face-to-face) who have been referred due to presenting with mental health difficulties. Identifying appropriate care pathways and ensuring the least restrictive option to meet the needs of the patient and ensuring their well being. Signposting to appropriate care providers (including primary and tertiary care). Raising concerns to senior staff for support and management. Completing documentation and planning care for patients. Presenting cases to Multi-Disciplinary Team for discussion around care pathway. Liaison with colleagues nursing, occupational therapy, medics, psychology and admin. The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above. What you'll need: A minimum of 6 months paid experience as a Community Psychiatric Nurse in an UK hospital environment within the last 3 years Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices *Full UK driving licence and own vehicle. *Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills. The benefits we can offer you in return:- Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly. Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies. Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time. Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements. Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy. Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience. Being part of the NHSP Community means you'll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more. Who are NHS Professionals? NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements. Apply Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.

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