Senior Mental Health Nurse

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Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity. We are looking for a Senior Registered Mental Health Nurse with a current UK PIN number and a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working full time, 42 hours per week (12 hour shifts - days and nights), at Cygnet Lodge Salford.

Cygnet Lodge Salford is a high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for women. The service supports 24 individuals with a primary diagnosis of mental illness, but they may also have a complex secondary diagnosis, including a personality disorder. Senior RMN – Leadership, Research & Risk Assessment Senior RMNs with interests in leadership, research & risk assessment are encouraged to apply.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Your day-to-day Lead an allocated team of nurses & support workers.

Ensure care & associated duties are allocated effectively & within team members’ competence. Supervise junior staff, leading by example, teach & guide them. Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit & improve quality.

Safeguard & promote the wellbeing of service users. Manage medication. Under NMC guidelines, ensure individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with service users, relatives & other healthcare professionals.

Be responsible for the co-ordination, assessment, planning, implementation & evaluation of individual patient programmes of care. Why Cygnet? We'll offer you Strong career progression opportunities within the region, including into management roles.

Salary: £23.70 per hour. Monthly reflective practice, support with revalidation & CPD opportunities. Expert clinical supervision & peer support.

Employee referral scheme. Pension scheme. Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings.

Candidate Profile Experience as a Charge Nurse. Excellent people management skills & leadership qualities. Organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads.

The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in the role. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 & an understanding of the latest nursing practices. A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk.

Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence. The ability to act as a role model, demonstrating a positive attitude towards service users, their families, visitors & others. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. xwzovoh If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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