Community Mental Health Nurse

Job summary

Do you have experience of working in mental health support services

Are you keen to support people experiencing mental health problems

If you have answered yes to the above,then we would love to hear from you

We are currently transforming Mental Health Services in Somerset and have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of an expanding Community Mental Health Service.We are seeking a Mental Health Nurse,to join our Community Mental Health Service in Wells

This is an exciting time to join a thriving and innovative Mental Health Trust that has received significant investment for mental health services in Somerset and is a trailblazer site for the Community Mental Health Framework.This enables us to offer an excellent service to people with mental health difficulties ensuring that people can have the right help at the right time,in the right place, operating a no wrong door ethos

We have recently been recognised for this dynamic way of working and have been awarded the Collaborating for Improvement National Improvement Award from the NHS Big Conversation for Improvement as well as Mental Health Trust of the Year

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver a high quality,comprehensive mental health service for patients with severe and enduring mental health difficulties within the Community Mental Health Service.The role involves a focus on working with individuals who experience a complex range of needs and difficulties.You will be expected to administrate depot and run clinics such as clozapine

Acting as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team,the post holder will provide assessment using a collaborative, recovery approach and will be skilled at positive risk management. The post holder will contribute and participate in team and service development and evaluation.Liaison with a wide range of agencies is central to the role

The post holder must hold a full driving licence and have permanent access to own transport

The post holder will work within a Community Mental Health Service that has challenged the traditional boundaries between primary and secondary care in partnership with Service Users and the Voluntary Sector and Community Enterprise.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.