Job summary Embark on a fulfilling career as a Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse, bringing your expertise to the vibrant landscape of South Staffordshire. Join Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, a beacon of excellence, where you will play a pivotal role in both the Memory and Dementia Team and the Older Adults Team. This hybrid role promises a career of depth and impact across South Staffordshire. Join a community that values and celebrates your commitment to excellence. Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust offers not just a job but a journey where you can take pride in making a real difference for our communities. Your career will be a source of joy, accomplishment, and continuous growth as you shape the future of mental health care in this dynamic and supportive environment. Main duties of the job As a band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse you will be part of a service that provide specialist input to service users and their carers affected by a mental health diagnosis. You will have a level of knowledge and expertise acquired through in-depth experience of older adult and dementia care underpinned by extensive post registration to develop skills, knowledge and an excellent values base. You will work flexibly to meet service user, carer needs. The work patterns and client base is unpredictable and there is regular exposure to highly distressing and emotional circumstances. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a range of high level specialist assessments and care plans. Provide care through the functions of educator and advice giver to relatives, carers and other organisations where appropriate and play a significant role in the supervision of staff. About us By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by: Supporting your career development and progression. Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity, adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional annual leave. Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients. Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k Free car parking at all trust sites Free flu vaccination every year Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met) And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people. Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 301-JC-25-6972164 Job locations Horninglow Clinic 12 Park Road Burton on Trent DE14 0TF Job description Job responsibilities Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT: Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube What is it like to be a Mental Health Nurse in a community setting at MPFT? - YouTube Your journey begins in the Memory and Dementia Team, where you'll contribute to delivering high-quality clinical services to service users and their families. Collaborate seamlessly with fellow providers, aligning with national strategies and NICE Guidelines. Take charge of a complex caseload, offering clinical and caseload supervision to support your team. As a keyworker (formerly known as a care coordinator), weave together a tapestry of communication and coordination for your designated caseload, ensuring a comprehensive and tailored approach to care. Engage in therapeutic interventions, following meticulous care plans, and making a positive impact on the lives of those navigating mental health-related difficulties. Simultaneously, your role extends to the Older Adults Team, where you'll shape the well-being of the elderly population in South Staffordshire. Work in tandem with Staffordshire Police and Mental Health Services, embodying the Trust's commitment to people-centric care. Leverage your extensive experience in older adult and dementia care, conducting assessments, formulating person-centered care plans, and managing risk assessments. Flexibility is your forte as you navigate unpredictable work patterns and client bases, offering compassionate care in highly distressing situations. Assume the role of educator and advisor, making significant contributions to the supervision of junior staff. Contribute to the optimization of service users' well-being, ensuring timely discharges and seamless transfers. Any questions about the role please dont hesitate to contact Mildred Langeveldt (Pathway Manager) Mildred.Langeveldtmpft.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT: Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube What is it like to be a Mental Health Nurse in a community setting at MPFT? - YouTube Your journey begins in the Memory and Dementia Team, where you'll contribute to delivering high-quality clinical services to service users and their families. Collaborate seamlessly with fellow providers, aligning with national strategies and NICE Guidelines. Take charge of a complex caseload, offering clinical and caseload supervision to support your team. As a keyworker (formerly known as a care coordinator), weave together a tapestry of communication and coordination for your designated caseload, ensuring a comprehensive and tailored approach to care. Engage in therapeutic interventions, following meticulous care plans, and making a positive impact on the lives of those navigating mental health-related difficulties. Simultaneously, your role extends to the Older Adults Team, where you'll shape the well-being of the elderly population in South Staffordshire. Work in tandem with Staffordshire Police and Mental Health Services, embodying the Trust's commitment to people-centric care. Leverage your extensive experience in older adult and dementia care, conducting assessments, formulating person-centered care plans, and managing risk assessments. Flexibility is your forte as you navigate unpredictable work patterns and client bases, offering compassionate care in highly distressing situations. Assume the role of educator and advisor, making significant contributions to the supervision of junior staff. Contribute to the optimization of service users' well-being, ensuring timely discharges and seamless transfers. Any questions about the role please dont hesitate to contact Mildred Langeveldt (Pathway Manager) Mildred.Langeveldtmpft.nhs.uk Person Specification Qualifications Essential A qualified/registered mental health Nurse (RMN) Post registration course/s at degree or diploma level Active and working on the NMC register Desirable Leadership qualification Psychological interventions qualification (CBT, EMDR, CAT, DBT, Family Therapy) Experience Essential Evidence of extensive post registration experience of working with adults experiencing mental health related difficulties Experience of working with people who have difficulty in engaging with services and have complex mental health needs Experience of working with Older Adults Desirable Experience of working therapeutically in community settings Person Specification Qualifications Essential A qualified/registered mental health Nurse (RMN) Post registration course/s at degree or diploma level Active and working on the NMC register Desirable Leadership qualification Psychological interventions qualification (CBT, EMDR, CAT, DBT, Family Therapy) Experience Essential Evidence of extensive post registration experience of working with adults experiencing mental health related difficulties Experience of working with people who have difficulty in engaging with services and have complex mental health needs Experience of working with Older Adults Desirable Experience of working therapeutically in community settings 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Horninglow Clinic 12 Park Road Burton on Trent DE14 0TF Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)