Registered Mental Health Nurse - Inpatient
Sanctuary Personnel
- Basingstoke, Hampshire
- Contract
- Full-time
- Days/Nights – £28 per hour
- Saturdays – £28 per hour
- Sundays - £31 per hour
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' mental health status, including psychiatric history, current symptoms, and risk factors.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualised care plans tailored to patients' needs.
- Administer and monitor medications, observing for therapeutic effects and potential side effects, and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Provide supportive counselling and psychoeducation to patients and their families, empowering them to understand and manage their mental health conditions effectively.
- Monitor and intervene in crisis situations, utilising de-escalation techniques and coordinating with the crisis intervention team as needed.
- Facilitate therapeutic groups and activities to promote socialisation, coping skills development, and symptom management.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and progress in electronic medical records.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, contributing insights and recommendations for optimising patient care and outcomes.
- Collaborate with community resources to facilitate smooth transitions for patients upon discharge, ensuring continuity of care and support.
- Adhere to ethical and professional standards of nursing practice, maintaining confidentiality, and respecting patients' rights and dignity at all times.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing (BSN or MSN) preferred.
- Certification in psychiatric/mental health nursing (PMHN) preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working in psychiatric or mental health nursing, preferably in an inpatient setting in the UK.
- Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices in mental health treatment and familiarity with psychiatric medications.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and education in the field of mental health nursing.
- Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in challenging situations, prioritizing patient safety and well-being.
- Dedication to promoting a therapeutic and supportive environment for patients and their families.