London, Greater London, England
Health, Nursing
Contract | Full Time
ASAP
10/03/2025
07/04/2025
Exciting Opportunity: Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) - Early Intervention Service (SE London)
We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!
Job Title: Community Psychiatric Nurse (Band 6)
What You'll Be Doing:
Join our Early Intervention Service as a Band 6 CPN , playing a key role in supporting individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis. Your key responsibilities will include:
✔ Managing a caseload of service users with complex mental health needs. ✔ Conducting assessments, care planning, and delivering recovery-focused interventions. ✔ Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and carers. ✔ Providing psychoeducation and relapse prevention strategies. ✔ Administering medication and monitoring mental health stability. ✔ Safeguarding and risk management to ensure patient safety. ✔ Supporting transitions between services and signposting to relevant support networks.
Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
✔ A current and valid NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN). ✔ Experience working within an Early Intervention in Psychosis or Community Mental Health setting. ✔ Strong risk assessment and crisis intervention skills. ✔ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. ✔ The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. ✔ A valid full UK driver's license (preferred but not essential).
Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This is a full-time locum role , offering flexibility and a healthy work-life balance.
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