Job overview
Are you a Mental Health nurse looking for a new and exciting challenge?
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated band mental health nurse to work with us in the South Gwynedd older persons mental health team. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, motivated, willing to work flexibly, and passionate about improving services for people with dementia. As care co-ordinator, the post holder will be working closely with other agencies such as social services to support people in their community, whether that be in their own home, in hospital, or in a care home. This is a full time, permanent contract, based in Uned Meirion, Ysbyty Dolgellau.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English 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 CHCF, FNC and social services
To be responsible for the care coordination of a designated caseload of clients with organic mental health problems.
Working for our organisation
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 ,, 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.