A position has become available for an experienced and compassionate mental health nurse working within the community in Maidstone, Kent. You will be joining a friendly team, providing care and assistance for people with mental health illnesses between the ages of 18-65. You will provide assessment and treatment for service users with moderate to severe mental health needs.

Our client is looking for a registered band 6 community psychiatric nurse, offering full day shifts of 09:00-17:00, with immediate start post recruitment.

As a community psychiatric nurse working for Meditemp you will have a fantastic opportunity to work within an established company specialising in mental healthcare.

Community Psychiatric Nurse essential skills:

• The ability to observe, assess and respond appropriately to patient needs
• Prepare and maintain patient records
• Implement care plans and risk assessments
• Ensure the correct administration and monitoring of medication
• The ability to implement and share best practice of local policy across multi agency platforms
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with patients and their families
• To keep calm under pressure and when dealing with challenging or confrontational behaviour;
• Good organisation and problem-solving skills
• Effective team work skills with the ability to support and communicate appropriately between multiple agency platforms

Meditemp requires you to have:

• Minimum 6 months relevant experience as a CPN
• NMC registration
• Occupational Health in line with the dept. of health
• Eligibility to work within the UK
• Control and Restraint training (valid within last 12 months)
• Valid driver’s licence

Why choose Meditemp:

• Mandatory and PMVA training available
• Round the clock booking service
• National temporary and long-term vacancies
• Free uniform
• Referral scheme of up to £250
• Weekly payroll

For more information or to apply please contact Meditemp on 01233 632148 or email: info@meditemp.co.uk