Community Mental Health Nurse

Job summary

Join our Older Adult Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) at an exciting time of growth and development!We're seeking highly motivated individuals, ideally with experience supporting older adults with a range of mental health needs, including complex emotional needs and trauma. Our CMHT provides secondary mental health care for people aged 65+, offering support for conditions such as psychosis, organic disorders, and emotional complexity. We're a forward-thinking, innovative team committed to service improvement and development. We offer strong clinical support, regular supervision, and truly value multidisciplinary teamwork. We're proud of our welcoming and supportive environment, the last two agency nurses enjoyed working with us so much they joined us permanently! We have robust appraisal systems and support ongoing professional development. We also regularly host students, who consistently give excellent feedback about their placements. Hours are Monday-Friday, 9-5 (some flexibility required), excluding bank holidays. Due to the large North Lincolnshire area we cover, a full driving license and ability to travel efficiently are essential.

We may close the advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

The post is subject to a 6 month probationary period.We reserve the right to close down this advert early should there be a high number of applicants.

Main duties of the job

CLINICAL

S Undertake a comprehensive mental health nursing assessment and develop appropriate care plans.

S Carry out thorough risk assessment and implement appropriate interventions.

S At all times develop, implement and maintain high standards of nursing care. Maintain responsibility for managing a community case load, and coordinate care as appropriate within the community.

S To work within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate up-to-date interventions and liaison takes place to provide appropriate plans of care.

S To work within Trust and NMC policies and guidance on the administration and review of medication. To administer, supervise, monitor effectiveness of prescribed medication.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook