Band 6 CPN - Early Intervention in Psychosis - Keighley - Sanctuary Personal

Band 6 CPN – Early Intervention in Psychosis

Job Title: Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse – Early Intervention in Psychosis
Specialism: Mental Health
Location: Keighley, UK
Salary: £26 per hour
Type: Full-time, Locum, 3 months

Are you ready for an exhilarating opportunity to make a difference in the field of mental health? We are seeking a dynamic Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse specialising in Early Intervention in Psychosis to join our team in Keighley. In this rewarding locum position, you’ll be working full-time hours with the flexibility of part-time consideration. Core hours are 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, but there is room for flexibility around these times to fit your lifestyle. Enjoy the freedom to earn £26 per hour while fostering positive change in the lives of individuals experiencing the early stages of psychosis.

Perks and Benefits:

• Locum Flexibility: With this locum position, you have the freedom to work when it suits you, offering a fantastic work-life balance that many only dream of.
• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in a challenging and specialist area while enhancing your skills and knowledge.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect and collaborate with experts from various disciplines, expanding your professional circle.
• Travel Allowances: Reduce the stress of commuting with potential travel perks, making your journey to and from work smoother.

What you will do:

• Coordinate care plans for individuals in the early stages of psychosis, aged 14 and above.
• Assess health and social care needs, negotiating effective care plans with service users and carers, even amidst diagnostic uncertainty.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary colleagues, delivering care plans within the CPA structure.
• Engage and support service users assertively in community settings, developing therapeutic relationships with them and their families.
• Provide age, culture, and gender-sensitive services, based on evidence‑based interventions.
• Manage risk proactively and ensure child protection guidelines are adhered to.
• Educate service users and families about first episode psychosis and provide carer support.
• Foster effective relationships with mental health services, primary care, and partner agencies.
• Ensure access to basic needs like housing and education, and liaise with relevant services.
• Engage service users in prevention and crisis planning, aiming to avoid hospitalisation whenever possible.
• Participate in public awareness strategies and training for early detection of psychosis.
• Maintain professionalism, comply with legal and professional standards, and contribute to team audits and research.

Keighley stands as a vibrant place to live and work, nestled in the heart of West Yorkshire. With its stunning landscapes and friendly community, you’ll find both relaxation and inspiration here. Whether you enjoy scenic walks in the Yorkshire Dales or exploring the rich industrial heritage, Keighley offers the perfect backdrop for both work and leisure. Join our team and make a meaningful impact while enjoying the beauty and warmth of Keighley.

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