Senior Community Mental Health Nurse
Posted 1 week ago by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Negotiable
Undetermined
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 as part of a supportive Home Treatment Team in Taunton. This position is a 12-month fixed-term contract aimed at covering maternity leave, focusing on assisting individuals in acute mental health crises to remain at home and avoid hospital admissions. The role requires flexible working across a 24-hour shift rota, including both day and night shifts.
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.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in a 24-hour shift rota, including day and night shifts.
Key Skills:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification.
- Experience in crisis and urgent care services.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexibly across shifts.
- Compassionate and person-centred approach to care.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Bridgwater
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
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