Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (cpn) - Adults Cmht Team in Essex, Essex

Job Title: Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) – Adults CMHT Team
Specialism: Nursing – Mental Health (Community)
Location: Essex, UK (Uttlesford, Western House)
Salary: £30.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) within the Adults Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) in Essex, earning £30.00 per hour. This ongoing full-time locum opportunity offers up to 37.5 hours per week (agency 30 hours) with flexible working patterns and core hours between 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday. This role is ideal for an experienced Mental Health Nurse looking to make a real impact within a community setting, supporting individuals on their recovery journey through high-quality, personalised care.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy consistent hours with flexibility to support your work-life balance.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £30.00 per hour, offering strong financial reward and flexibility.
• Flexible Working: Core weekday hours with adaptable schedules to suit your needs.
• Professional Growth: Access continuous development opportunities within a dynamic service.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team with regular supervision and mentorship.

What you will do

• Care Management: Lead and manage a caseload, delivering personalised care plans tailored to individual needs.
• Assessment: Conduct comprehensive mental health and risk assessments to inform care delivery.
• Care Coordination: Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure integrated and effective support.
• Physical Health Monitoring: Carry out physical health checks and oversee medication management.
• Service User Support: Provide guidance, education, and relapse prevention strategies to service users and carers.
• Audit & Improvement: Participate in audits, research, and risk assessments to support service improvement.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Registration: Must be a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with valid NMC registration.
• Experience: Previous experience within Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) is essential.
• Clinical Skills: Strong assessment, care planning, and risk management abilities.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Autonomy: Ability to manage a caseload independently within a community setting.

Why Essex

Essex offers a perfect blend of countryside charm and modern living, with vibrant communities, strong transport links, and access to London. Uttlesford provides a peaceful yet well-connected setting, ideal for professionals seeking both career fulfilment and quality of life.

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Apply now to join the Adults CMHT in Essex and take the next step in your nursing career with Sanctuary Personnel.