Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT)
Bank, Band 6, CPN, Watford - SW1462-SW1463
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Bank, Band 6, CPN, Watford - SW1462-SW1463
Community Mental Health Nurse (Band 6) – Bank Contract
Location Watford, Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Community Mental Health Nurse (Band 6) to work on a bank contract, joining our Community Adult Mental Health Team.
The post holder will:
- Assess care needs for individuals with complex mental health and/or social care challenges.
- Develop, implement and evaluate care plans.
- Set standards of care and management for a defined caseload.
- Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, engaging with internal and external partners.
- Provide supervision, mentorship and teaching to junior staff/students under delegation.
The role involves delivering clinical assessment, specialist interventions, and safe medication administration/injection disposal in accordance with Trust policies. Managed caseloads require frequent focused attention.
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Key Responsibilities
- Case management (assigned in consultation with medical, nursing and other disciplines).
- Deliver and document tailored mental health interventions.
- Safe handling of medication and sharps disposal.
- Training and mentoring for junior team members.
- Collaborative work with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies.
Personal Specification
Ideal candidates should:
- Hold valid NMC registration.
- Demonstrate experience working in healthcare, particularly within mental health settings.
- Be motivated to support people facing complex mental health needs through direct practice.
Carthy availability alone does not automatically guarantee selection.
Additional Requirements
- Access to transport is advantageous (or exemption via the Equality Act 2010).
- Experience in health education, supervision and social care leadership is desirable.
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Why Work with HPFT?
HPFT is an Outstanding provider of mental health and learning disability services (Care Quality Commission), driven by its compassionate values.
Key Benefits
- A supportive culture – staff often highlight the positive impact of their roles and recommend the Trust for career growth.
- Charge Quality Commission rated Outstanding for mental health services.
- Staff feedback highlights:
- Meaningful outcomes for service users.
- Strong equity practices and mental health focus.
- Work-life balance bolstered by development opportunities (learning/buddy schemes, 8-hour day with Meal Relief).
Enquiries
Contact for informal visits: KAYLEIGH HAMMOND – Team Leader
- Email: kayleigh.hammond1@nhs.net
- Telephone: 07971639506
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