NHS Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) - Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team
Sanctuary Personnel
- Isle of Wight
- £42,618 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Isle of Wight
Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,392 - £42,618 per annumJob Purpose:The RMN will be a key member of the Mental Health and Learning Disabilities division, functioning within a multidisciplinary mental health team. The primary focus is to provide an alternative to inpatient admission by delivering intensive treatment within the community. Operating on a 24/7 rota, inclusive of Bank Holidays, weekends, and nights, the RMN ensures timely support for individuals in crisis.Key Responsibilities:
- Adherence to professional and regulatory body codes, maintaining clinical practice rooted in evidence-based theoretical and practical knowledge.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify mental and physical health symptoms, facilitating timely and appropriate interventions.
- Serve as a gatekeeper for hospital admissions, including participation in Mental Health Act Assessments.
- Proactively accept referrals and conduct further assessments for individuals on the caseload, making autonomous clinical decisions, particularly with high-risk populations.
- Take charge of planning and delivering acute and intensive care to individuals requiring immediate response.
- Collaborate with medical professionals, family members, and other agencies to communicate progress, potential risks, and contingency plans.
- Provide In-Reach support to Adult inpatient wards, aiding Bed Management and Early Discharge.
- Demonstrate effective communication and relationship skills with service users, carers, and fellow professionals.
- Contribute to multi-professional working, exhibiting flexibility and a willingness to engage with all aspects of the team's activities.
- Offer advice on medication issues, administer or supervise medication as needed, and provide information on prescribing to other team members.
- Act as the shift coordinator on a regular rota basis and collaborate with service users and other agencies to plan for their post-service needs.
- Actively participate in service and professional development initiatives, adhering to Equalities Framework competencies and ensuring sensitive, confidential communication at all times.
- Utilise physical skills such as depot injections and phlebotomy, following appropriate training, and possess a valid Full Driving Licence with regular access to a car.
- RNMH or Allied health professional (Mental Health) qualification.
- Experience in community-based mental health care, including complex needs assessment and coordination.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and professional requirements.
- Proficient in communication, decision-making, and teamwork.
- Ability to work under pressure, maintain positive attitudes, and adapt to changing demands.
- Computer literacy and ability to use electronic patient records
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