An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse to work within the Conwy Community Mental Health Team for Older Persons.

Main duties of the job

The post is to work with the older person client group who are presenting with symptoms suggestive of an organic illness (dementia, cognitive impairment) and functional illness such as anxiety and depression. The CPN will be responsible for assessing, implementing and evaluating care and the risk management of persons over the age of 70 who live in the Conwy area. They will work closely with the Consultant Psychiatrist, Social Services, and in-patient wards as well as third sector and voluntary agencies to ensure the patients are receiving the right care in the right environment.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse Part 3 or Part 13

Desirable

• Diploma or Degree in relevant subject

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience at Band 5 or above

Desirable

• Experience within relevant clinical area

Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowlege of mental health act
• Up to date knowledge of mental health wales measure

Desirable

• Evidence of further relevent professional development

Skills

Essential

• Able to work autonomously
• Ability to work in a multi disciplinary team

Desirable

• Research skills
• Evidence of people management and leadership skills

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Llys Dyfrig

Ffordd Yr Orsedd

Llandudno

LL30 1LA

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050-NMR771-0724