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Later Life Community Mental Health Nurse, Wigan
Client:
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Location:
Wigan, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
f8df85ce0030 Job Views:
8 Posted:
23.01.2025 Expiry Date:
09.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary 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. 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, as well as 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 Responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification Staff Benefits 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
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Client:
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Location:
Wigan, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
f8df85ce0030 Job Views:
8 Posted:
23.01.2025 Expiry Date:
09.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary 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. 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, as well as 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 Responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification Staff Benefits 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
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