Band 6 Duty and Care Co-ordinator Nurse - Longbridge CMHT

Job summary

Longbridge CMHT is looking for a Duty worker to support the team in managing the busy CMHT duty system for part of role, and managing a small caseload for other part. The successful individual will work with a dedicated and hardworking team to work with individuals who are in crisis or in need of urgent intervention, alongside working across CMHT in supporting caseload needs.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will act as an independent practitioner within a defined community setting, while liaising with other professionals as necessary.

Will be responsible for the assessment planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care within agreed parameters, and have a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation, which govern current service provision and audit.

Will be responsible for ensuring effective communication pathways exist.

Will be responsible for ensuring the promotion of equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation.

Will be responsible for identifying and contributing to the training needs necessary in providing quality evidence based care as appropriate.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.