Community Psychiatric Nurse

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the South Gwynedd Older Persons Mental Health Team based in the Dolgellau and District Hospital .

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our established team caring for Older People based in the Meirionnydd area. Our friendly and supportive multi disciplinary team provide a community-based service , day service and outreach service to those with memory impairment and dementia diagnosis.

We are looking for someone who has a genuine interest in working in the Older persons service and be compassionate in meeting the needs of our service users and their carers .In return we can offer an in depth induction , supervision and full support as a valued team member and guide you in developing your career progression through regular performance appraisal.

Please contact us for an informal chat or to arrange a visit to our team

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is required to work within an integrated MDT focusing on older adults suffering organic mental health problems (dementia). The post holder will hold a caseload, being responsible for assessing patients' needs, planning and implementing the plan of care.

The post holder will provide supervision, guidance and support to junior members of staff.

To provide comprehensive psychiatric nursing assessment by being involved in the discussion and allocation of referrals to the CMHT. As well as provide nursing assessments for the LHB and Social services. Considering the criteria for funding i.e. CHCF, FNC and social services

To be responsible for the care coordination of a designated caseload of clients with organic mental health problems.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.