Community Psychiatric Nurse

Summary: The Community Psychiatric Nurse role in Salisbury involves providing frontline mental health care within the NHS on a full-time temporary agency contract. The position requires conducting comprehensive mental health assessments, particularly in high-risk situations, and developing safe discharge plans. The nurse will also mentor student nurses and manage a caseload autonomously while maintaining professional standards. This role is ideal for an experienced NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse looking to contribute to a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments independently, particularly in high-risk scenarios such as self-harm or attempted suicide/homicide, typically within the Emergency Department.
• Act swiftly and appropriately in emergency and challenging situations, maintaining professional judgement under pressure.
• Develop and implement safe discharge plans while effectively managing associated risks.
• Complete clinical documentation accurately and efficiently using RiO.
• Support student nurses through mentoring, in line with NMC requirements.
• Carry and manage a caseload effectively and autonomously.

Key Skills:

• NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within an acute general hospital or crisis mental health service.
• Proficient in the use of RiO electronic patient record system.
• Mentorship qualification.
• Strong risk management and crisis intervention skills.

Salary (Rate): £27/hour

City: Salisbury

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Health