Job summary Are you a passionate qualified and Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) looking to develop your career within Memory Assessment? Are you looking to work within the Older Adults Community Mental Health team based in High Wycombe and Aylesbury? As an enthusiastic Mental Health Nurse, you will have specialist knowledge relating to the care of older adults with mental health conditions and co-existing physical health concerns. Why join us? We provide excellent care and service through evidence-based interventions, research and quality improvement work. We work closely with families and carers as well as other services including social services who may be involved in supporting our patients/clients who have complex needs. The team enjoy having a range of students learning and working with them and have gained consistent positive feedback. This role carries an incentive premium of £3,500 which will be paid in instalments over an 18-month period, this is subject to terms and conditions. Main duties of the job Conduct individual assessments for people with memory concerns and provide pre and post-diagnostic support. Assist individuals with a new diagnosis of dementia and their carers to live well with the condition. Develop and manage nurse-led clinics for initial assessments and follow-ups, ensuring up-to-date clinical practice. Supervise junior staff and students, and maintain effective communication with team members, primary care teams, and other agencies. Manage a patient caseload, ensuring all interventions are underpinned by the principles of recovery within dementia care, and participate in the planning, evaluation, and audit of practice. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties. The ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust is essential for this role. About us Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Date posted 06 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year This role carries an incentive premium of £3,500 conditions apply Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 267-BM6704288-B Job locations Saffron House Easton Street High Wycombe HP11 1NH Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role accurate. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role accurate. Person Specification Education Essential Professional qualification as RMN or OT Desirable Post grad training in research or Non Medical prescriber Knowledge Essential To have experience of working with Older adults in a mental health setting Desirable To have experience of working in a memory clinic Personal Qualities Essential Able to use own initiative when appropriate Able to challenge and be challenged. Able to rapport build Person Specification Education Essential Professional qualification as RMN or OT Desirable Post grad training in research or Non Medical prescriber Knowledge Essential To have experience of working with Older adults in a mental health setting Desirable To have experience of working in a memory clinic Personal Qualities Essential Able to use own initiative when appropriate Able to challenge and be challenged. Able to rapport build Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Saffron House Easton Street High Wycombe HP11 1NH Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)