About this role
Job Title: Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) Band: 6 Location: Oswestry, Shropshire Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Rate: Competitive — details to be discussed upon application
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) to join our NHS client in Oswestry, Shropshire. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive community mental health team.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver high-quality mental health care to service users in the community.
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Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and risk evaluations.
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Develop, implement, and review care plans in collaboration with service users and the multidisciplinary team.
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Provide crisis intervention and ongoing support to individuals with complex mental health needs.
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Liaise with families, carers, and external agencies to ensure coordinated care.
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Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with professional standards.
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Qualifications & Experience
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Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with valid NMC registration.
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Significant post-registration experience in community mental health settings.
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Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable for community visits).
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Reasonable Adjustments
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If you consider yourself to have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please contact our team at the earliest opportunity. We will ensure you receive the appropriate support throughout the process and into your placement.
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Important Notice
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We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates residing in countries on the Red or Amber list, as defined in the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England (based on the World Health Organization’s Workforce Support and Safeguard List).