15 hours a week, 2 x 7.5 hour shifts, working 8am-4pm but hours will become either 8-4pm or 1pm-9pm long term. This will include 1 in 8 weekends and ad-hoc bank holidays., As a Senior Mental Health Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Be responsible for assessment and ongoing management of our patients mental health needs.
- You will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team as an autonomous practitioner managing a caseload of patients, assessing their physical, social and psychological needs to develop a holistic health care plan.
- You will contribute to our nursing strategy and vision to; Provide outstanding evidence based care to our patients, seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback, so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
- Deliver non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries.
- You will play an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients care following our policies and procedures and always considering safeguarding.
- Inspire excellence in your colleagues by pro-actively leading and motivating the team
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning. It doesnt stop there we also offer:
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
Registered nurse Mental Health with current professional qualification (NMC)
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Experience of the complexities of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working
- Understanding of mental health policy including clinical governance and the quality and outcomes framework, along with national standards such as NICE
- Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively.
- Some experience working in a forensic setting or acute
- Experience in clinical decision making
Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
- we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
This position is part time, youll receive an annual salary up to £19,670 per annum - depending on experience.
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Senior Mental Health Nurse - Part-time in Leeds employer: Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited
Join a supportive and dynamic team of Consultant Psychiatrists in the Yorkshire Region, where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients across various secure settings. Our collaborative work culture fosters professional growth through regular supervision, bespoke training, and a commitment to continuous development, all while offering competitive salaries and flexible working hours. With access to employee assistance programmes and discounts on leisure activities, we prioritise your well-being and career advancement in a rewarding healthcare environment.
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Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited Recruitment Team
