Senior Community Mental Health Nurse
Posted 1 week ago by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Negotiable
Fixed-Term
Undetermined
Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Senior Community Mental Health Nurse involves providing high-quality, person-centred care within crisis and urgent care services in Taunton. This position is a 12-month fixed-term contract aimed at covering maternity leave, requiring skilled and compassionate nurses to support individuals in acute mental health crises. The role emphasizes staff wellbeing and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, with flexible working hours across a 24-hour shift rota.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality, person-centred care in the community.
- Respond to individuals in acute mental health crisis.
- Provide care and support to help individuals remain at home and avoid unnecessary hospital admission.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in flexible working across a 24-hour shift rota.
Key Skills:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification.
- Experience in crisis and urgent care services.
- Compassionate and skilled in providing mental health support.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights and weekends.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Bridgwater
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Other
Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity within crisis and urgent care services? Our friendly and dynamic Home Treatment Team in Taunton is seeking skilled and compassionate Registered Mental Health Nurses for a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, person-centred care in the community. You'll work across both the Home Treatment and First Response Services, responding to individuals in acute mental health crisis and providing care and support that helps people remain at home and avoid unnecessary hospital admission. We recognise that staff wellbeing is essential in delivering compassionate care. You'll be supported by a close-knit and understanding team that values collaboration, respect and professional growth. This role will involve flexible working across a 24-hour shift rota (days and night shifts) in a 7 day a week service