Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Negotiable |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 06 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Lincoln, LN6 3QX |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | A0720-25-0015 |
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The following are the core responsibilities of the CPN within our team. There may be on occasion a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent on factors such as workload and staffing levels: Working closely with the Complex Care Lead Practitioner, the CPN will: Discharge professional responsibilities under the Mental Health Act (1983) and revised subsequent act Mental Capacity Act (2005) and the NMC Professional Code of Conduct Be accountable and responsible for a defined caseload that reflects the priorities of the local population and carry responsibility for the assessment of care needs; under the supervision of the Complex Care Team Lead. To develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based programmes of care; set standards of care and liaise with other agencies. Participate in the multi-disciplinary assessment of individuals with mental health problems living in the community, by providing a community mental health nursing perspective and expertise Ensure that a risk assessment is completed for service users, especially if there is a history of, or a potential for risk. To adhere to professional confidentiality standards. To be aware of the potential for vulnerability to abuse amongst the service users/families, and use of the local policy to inform appropriate personnel in line with safeguarding vulnerable adults and children. Ensure that a carers assessment is offered to carers of service users, as in line with Standard 6 of the National Service Framework. Help develop and maintain effective joint working arrangements with colleagues in the community mental health services, residential services, primary health care, social services and voluntary services, thus facilitating the co-ordination and comprehensiveness of provision. Utilise the full range of mental health nursing skills to participate in the assessment, care and support of service users. Use specialised knowledge, experience and skills in direct clinical work and act as a resource for the team and other agencies. This may include work in rehabilitation, social interventions, development of social networks and accessing other services/resources, mental health promotion, counselling and intercultural therapy, always encouraging service user participation. Participate in the provision of community mental health nursing advice andconsultation to colleagues, community groups and organisations. To act in a manner to respect the customs, individuality, values, sexuality and spiritual beliefs, actively supporting the individual to fulfil these. Ensure detailed and appropriate records are maintained to demonstrate that contact with people who use services, and their carers, is meaningful and effective.