Wigan Later Life and Memory Service are looking to recruit an experienced Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse to join a busy Multi Disciplinary Team. The post offers the opportunity to work as a screening practitioner within our Older Adults Community Mental Health Team. Training/shadowing opportunities will be provided.
There is the opportunity for professional development within this role.
Regular Management and Clinical Supervision is provided.
Applicants must have full UK NMC registration
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for a qualified and experienced individual to join the busy and vibrant later Life and Memory Service pathway in Wigan on a 12 month fixed term/secondment basis to cover maternity leave. The pathway comprises of the memory assessment and treatment service, the care home liaison team and our older adults CMHT. The successful candidate will be required to fulfil the role of a CPN as part of a multi-disciplinary team which operates from Claire House Health Centre in Wigan.
You will be responsible for screening and completing initial assessments for any new referrals into the community mental health team. You will also be responsible for managing a caseload of clients with functional and organic mental health issues and associated social care issues, for which risk assessment and risk management is an essential requirement. In addition, you may also assess people with memory problems and offer support following diagnosis. You will also participate in the Duty rota.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our vibrant, forward-thinking team. Opportunities for development within the role are available.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over
6,400
members of staff, who deliver services from more than
160
locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go, you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits Pay Enhancements: Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any weekday after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
Time plus 47% Time plus 94% Time plus 41% Time plus 83% Time plus 35% Time plus 69% Time plus 30% Time plus 60%
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles) Person Specification Qualification / Experience Essential Up to date professional registration (RMN) Desirable Completion of practice assessor training/mentorship Post registration qualification in relevant field Experience Essential Experience of working with older adults with dementia and/or functional mental health conditions and their carers Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of risk assessment and risk management in a mental health setting. Desirable Community experience Experience of supervising junior staff/students Experience of the care planning process Experience of facilitating/leading group work Knowledge Essential Understanding of the Mental Health Act / Mental Capacity Act Aware of the principles of person-centred dementia care Understanding of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults policy and procedure Desirable Effective care co-ordination Effective IT skills Employer details Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Address
Claire House Health Centre Phoenix Way Wigan WN3 4NW Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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There is the opportunity for professional development within this role.
Regular Management and Clinical Supervision is provided.
Applicants must have full UK NMC registration
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for a qualified and experienced individual to join the busy and vibrant later Life and Memory Service pathway in Wigan on a 12 month fixed term/secondment basis to cover maternity leave. The pathway comprises of the memory assessment and treatment service, the care home liaison team and our older adults CMHT. The successful candidate will be required to fulfil the role of a CPN as part of a multi-disciplinary team which operates from Claire House Health Centre in Wigan.
You will be responsible for screening and completing initial assessments for any new referrals into the community mental health team. You will also be responsible for managing a caseload of clients with functional and organic mental health issues and associated social care issues, for which risk assessment and risk management is an essential requirement. In addition, you may also assess people with memory problems and offer support following diagnosis. You will also participate in the Duty rota.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our vibrant, forward-thinking team. Opportunities for development within the role are available.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over
6,400
members of staff, who deliver services from more than
160
locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go, you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits Pay Enhancements: Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any weekday after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
Time plus 47% Time plus 94% Time plus 41% Time plus 83% Time plus 35% Time plus 69% Time plus 30% Time plus 60%
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles) Person Specification Qualification / Experience Essential Up to date professional registration (RMN) Desirable Completion of practice assessor training/mentorship Post registration qualification in relevant field Experience Essential Experience of working with older adults with dementia and/or functional mental health conditions and their carers Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of risk assessment and risk management in a mental health setting. Desirable Community experience Experience of supervising junior staff/students Experience of the care planning process Experience of facilitating/leading group work Knowledge Essential Understanding of the Mental Health Act / Mental Capacity Act Aware of the principles of person-centred dementia care Understanding of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults policy and procedure Desirable Effective care co-ordination Effective IT skills Employer details Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Address
Claire House Health Centre Phoenix Way Wigan WN3 4NW Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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