Job Advertisement: Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN)
Location: Warwickshire
Contract Type: Temporary (NHS)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM
Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting for a Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) to join a multi-disciplinary Age Independent Memory Assessment Service within the NHS in Warwickshire.
Role Overview:
The post holder will play a crucial role in providing assessment and diagnosis for individuals experiencing cognitive decline. This service aims to determine the appropriate interventions while adhering to the principles of the "Living Well with Dementia" strategy in the least restrictive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a range of interventions in accordance with operational policy, including but not limited to:
- Memory Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate cognitive function and memory.
- Timely Diagnosis: Ensure prompt diagnosis of cognitive impairments to facilitate early intervention.
- Pharmacological Treatment: Administer and monitor pharmacological therapies as indicated by assessments.
- Post-Diagnosis Support/Signposting: Provide ongoing support and guidance to patients and their families following diagnosis, connecting them to relevant services and resources.
- Monitoring/Review: Regularly review patient progress and adapt care plans as necessary to meet changing needs.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Valid registration as a nurse with the NMC
- Previous experience in mental health nursing, preferably within memory assessment or dementia care
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
Application Process:
If you are passionate about supporting individuals with cognitive decline and have the relevant experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
For further details or to submit your application, please contact us at Service Care Solutions.
Please also bear in mind our £250 referral fee bonus for any nurse you refer who we place in to work on a 3-month contract.
We also offer a £250 sign up bonus for any new nurses that register with our agency. This will be paid in your first pay packet.
The Benefits of Working with Service Care Solutions:
- DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge
- 3 weekly payroll runs
- £250 training allowance
- Excellent pay rates
- Specialist mental health consultants offering single point of contact
- Frequent notifications of upcoming opportunities via text and email
- Ltd and PAYE payment options available
- Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS Trusts and over 200 local authorities
Please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk
