Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse

JOB-20240911-c1c514b9

Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse - Croydon North Locality Team - Croydon, UK - £27.00 per hour - Full Time - Ongoing

Join the Croydon North Locality Team at Jeanette Wallace House as a Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse, where your expertise can make a meaningful impact in the community. This ongoing, full-time locum opportunity runs Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, and offers a competitive hourly rate of £27.00. If you're passionate about providing exceptional mental health care and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

Perks and Benefits:

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the variety and freedom that come with locum work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

• Competitive Pay: Earn £27.00 per hour, ensuring your commitment and skill are well rewarded.

• Professional Development: Work alongside experienced colleagues and diverse cases to strengthen your skills and clinical knowledge.

• Great Location: Based in Croydon, with excellent transport links and easy access to both central London and the surrounding areas.

What You Will Do:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments for individuals with mental health challenges.

• Deliver home treatment and psychiatric triage services to ensure appropriate levels of care.

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary community mental health team to deliver high-quality support.

• Manage your caseload efficiently through strong organisational and time management skills.

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.

• Maintain accurate records and coordinate care plans using strong computer and documentation skills.

• Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in psychiatric nursing.

Ideal Candidate:
You'll have strong assessment and triage experience, excellent communication and IT skills, and a background in supporting individuals with psychosis. You should be organised, reliable, and ideally located within a commutable distance to Croydon, ready to start in this fast-paced environment.

Why Croydon?
Croydon offers the perfect balance of urban energy and suburban comfort, featuring a vibrant community, diverse culture, and proximity to central London. It's an excellent location for both personal and professional g