CPN - Psych Liaison - Band 6

Position: Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN)
Team: Psychiatric Liaison Team
Location: Hospital Setting
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Hours: Flexible hours covering a 24/7 period
Rates:

• Days: £25.50 per hour
• Nights/Saturdays: £30.50 per hour
• Sundays/Bank Holidays: £35.50 per hour
  Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialist mental health assessments and interventions for patients presenting in the hospital with psychiatric needs.
• Conduct risk assessments and formulate appropriate care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Offer crisis intervention and support to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises.
• Liaise with community mental health services to facilitate seamless transitions for patients between hospital and community care settings.
• Provide advice, guidance, and support to hospital staff on managing mental health-related issues.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with professional and organizational standards.
• Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and clinical supervision sessions to enhance practice and ensure high-quality care delivery.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Post-registration qualification in mental health nursing (RMN).
• Experience working in psychiatric liaison or similar acute mental health settings is desirable but not essential.
• Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing clinical situations.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive hourly rates with enhanced pay for unsocial hours.
• Opportunities for full-time or part-time employment to suit your lifestyle.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals experiencing mental health crises in a hospital setting.
• Immediate start available for the right candidate.

If interested, please send your CV to  or call on