Company: Service Care Solutions
Location: Bamber Bridge
Position: Mental Health Nurse (Permanent)
Specialisation: Male Mental health / Rehabilitation
Shift Pattern: Full time | Long days only
Pay Rate: £40,985.88 - £44,248.75 per annum + £2000 welcome bonus
(includes paid breaks and paid handovers)
Responsibilities:
* Conducting thorough mental health assessments to evaluate the patient's psychological, emotional, and physical state. This includes identifying any immediate risks (e.g., suicide or self-harm) and understanding their history, needs, and goals.
* Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team (psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers) to create individualized care plans for patients. These plans may include treatment goals, strategies, and interventions tailored to their specific needs.
* Managing and administering prescribed medications, ensuring correct dosages are given, and monitoring for side effects. This includes educating patients about the medications they are taking.
* Offering counselling or therapeutic interventions to support mental health recovery. This might include techniques such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and group therapy sessions.
* Observing and managing behaviours that may arise due to mental health conditions, ensuring the safety of patients and others within the unit. De-escalating situations and intervening as needed to prevent harm.
Qualifications and Requirements:
* Fully enhanced valid DBS
* Must have 12 months post qualification experience.
* Must have Mental Health Nursing degree.
This is a permanent role and not an agency contract.
Please note: We cannot offer sponsorship for this role.
If this vacancy is of interest to you, please respond to this advert with an up-to-date copy of your CV, contacting Chloe on 01772 208963 or chloe.akeroyd@servicecare.org.uk.
#J-18808-Ljbffr