Community Mental Health Nurse

Skilled Worker, A ratingPosted Yesterday

Job Description

Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments and develop, implement and review person-centred care plans.
Manage a defined caseload of service users with complex mental health needs, ensuring effective care coordination and timely interventions.
Conduct risk assessments and formulate risk management plans to safeguard service users, carers, staff and the wider public.
Deliver evidence-based nursing interventions that support recovery, independence and social inclusion.
Monitor, administer and review prescribed medication, including identifying and escalating concerns relating to side effects, effectiveness or non-compliance.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, primary care, social care, voluntary sector organisations and other partner agencies to ensure integrated care delivery.
Provide specialist advice and support to service users, carers and colleagues regarding mental health care and treatment options.
Participate in Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act processes as required within the scope of the role.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records and documentation.
Support the investigation and management of incidents, complaints and safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies.
Supervise, mentor and support junior staff, students and support workers, contributing to their ongoing professional development.
Contribute to service development, clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes and service performance.
Participate in team meetings, multidisciplinary reviews and case discussions, contributing professional expertise and clinical judgement.
Promote physical health, wellbeing and health education initiatives as part of a holistic approach to care.
Ensure all practice is delivered in accordance with professional standards, Trust policies and relevant legislation.

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