Summary: The role of Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) in the Addictions Team involves providing specialized mental health and substance misuse support in Manchester. The position requires conducting assessments, developing care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care. The contract is ongoing with flexible working hours from Monday to Friday. Immediate start is available for qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments for individuals experiencing substance misuse and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Developing and implementing tailored care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Providing harm reduction advice, relapse prevention strategies, and crisis intervention.
• Supporting service users with medication management, detox support, and mental health interventions.
• Liaising with families, social workers, addiction services, and other professionals to ensure holistic patient care.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with NHS and addiction service guidelines.

Key Skills:

• A valid NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN).
• Previous experience in substance misuse and addiction services.
• Strong assessment, risk management, and crisis intervention skills.
• The ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
• A compassionate and non-judgmental approach to supporting individuals with addiction.

Salary (Rate): 26

City: Manchester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other