CPN
  • England,West Midlands,Worcestershire
  • full-time
  • £27 per hour
Job Description:
Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) - Worcestershire and Herefordshire NHS

Recruiter: Service Care Solutions
Location: Worcestershire and Herefordshire NHS
Job Type: Temporary Contract
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Pay Rate: £27.00 per hour (Ltd, paid via umbrella company)
Key Responsibilities:
*Conducting assessments for individuals requiring mental health support.
*Acting as a Care Coordinator (CCO) for patients, ensuring a structured approach to care delivery.
*Engaging in triage activities to prioritise and assess the needs of service users.
*Providing care and support to individuals with a diagnosis of psychosis, utilising clinical expertise and knowledge to help manage and improve their mental health.
Requirements:
*Experience working with people diagnosed with psychosis.
*Strong knowledge of mental health assessments, triage processes, and care coordination.
*Registered with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) and have valid qualifications as a Community Psychiatric Nurse.
*Previous experience working in a similar role within the NHS is highly desirable.
Person Specification:
*Registered Nurse (Mental Health): Must hold a current NMC registration.
*Experience in Psychosis Care: Demonstrable experience working with individuals diagnosed with psychosis, preferably within a community mental health setting.
*Care Coordination (CCO) Experience: Experience acting as a Care Coordinator, managing patient caseloads, developing care plans, and coordinating services for individuals with complex mental health needs.
*Assessment & Triage Skills: Strong ability to conduct mental health assessments, manage risk, and provide triage support, prioritizing care based on the severity of the individual’s condition.

Skills & Abilities:
*Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with service users, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
*Organizational Skills: Effective time management, able to manage a busy caseload, prioritize tasks, and work within deadlines.
*Teamwork: Strong collaborative approach, working effectively within multidisciplinary teams, and contributing positively to team dynamics.
*Clinical Knowledge: Up-to-date knowledge of mental health legislation, including the Mental Health Act, and an understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with severe mental illnesses.

Personal Attributes:
*Empathy and Compassion: Ability to provide patient-centered care with empathy, patience, and respect for individuals with mental health challenges.
*Resilience: Emotional resilience and the ability to work under pressure, managing challenging behaviors and complex cases.
*Initiative: Self-motivated and capable of working autonomously when required, taking proactive steps in care delivery.

Other Requirements:
*DBS Clearance: A valid, up-to-date Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, ideally on the update service.
*Driver’s License: A full UK driving license is preferable, as the role may involve visiting clients in the community.
Interested please send your cv to
Job number 1797042
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Company Details:
Service Care Solutions - Healthcare
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