Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse to join our Runnymede Neighbourhood Mental Health service.

We are looking for a passionate nurse to join our Frailty, Later Life & Dementia community service who will focus on providing support and high-quality mental health nursing care for clients and their carers, targeting and prioritizing people with severe mental health problems in later life and or dementia.

You will manage a caseload of clients, and use evidence based/client centered principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions as part of the holistic approach. Excellent communication skills are essential, working alongside the MDT, working closely and collaborating effectively with all agencies and partner organizations involved in the care of our clients.

In return you will have a fulfilling and varied role within a friendly and supportive team. You will receive active management support and opportunities for personal and professional development.

This job is suitable for someone who is passionate about providing a high quality holistic approach to the care and support provided to clients in the community who have been identified as in need of community nurse support to enable them to exercise choice over their own lives.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will maintain client confidentiality, work closely with external agencies, and follow Trust and service policies and procedures. They will accurately record information, work safely and independently when required, support the team, and contribute to a safe working environment. The role also involves undertaking training and professional development, participating in performance reviews, and maintaining a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities for both adults and children.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!