Developmental Nurse CAMHS Eating Disorder Team

Job summary

We are looking to expand our dynamic and compassionate CAMHS Eating Disorder Team. Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality care for children and adolescents with eating disorders, offering a range of therapeutic services designed to support their recovery and overall well-being.

As part of our commitment to professional development, we are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Development Nurse (Band 5-6) to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment and gain experience in the specialist field of eating disorders within CAMHS.

As a Development Nurse within the Hampshire CAMHS Eating Disorder Team, you will be involved in the assessment, care planning, and delivery of care for children and young people with eating disorders. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, dietitians, and therapists, to provide evidence-based treatment and support for patients and their families.

This role offers the opportunity to develop your clinical skills in eating disorders while working within a nurturing and collaborative team. You will receive excellent supervision and professional development opportunities, with the potential for career progression to Band 6 and beyond.

Main duties of the job

Provide comprehensive nursing care and assessments for children and adolescents with eating disorders.

Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Offer psychoeducation and support to patients and their families.

Monitor and evaluate the progress of patients, adjusting care plans as necessary.

Support patients with physical health monitoring, including weight, nutrition, and medical stability.

Engage in regular clinical supervision and professional development activities.

Contribute to safeguarding practices and ensure all patients needs are met within the scope of the service.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Avalon House

Chesil Street

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 0HU

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Avalon House

Chesil Street

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 0HU

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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