Senior Community Mental Health Nurse (IOPS)

We are looking for an experienced nurse who can work independently and as part of a team; is forward thinking; innovative and highly motivated, and keen to work with this client group. We value the contribution of others and recognise the benefit of a variety of clinical experience., The successful candidate will have good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills in order to engage with older people experiencing a variety of mental health conditions as well as those with suspected cognitive difficulties, their family members and carers. The role will involve completing urgent and emergency assessments including risk and safety plans according to service user needs and presentation. Whilst we aim to avoid hospital admissions the ability to request and co-ordinate these is also required. The successful applicant will need to carry out the role of duty worker, taking calls and triaging referrals. You will have the opportunity to supervise junior colleagues and students and work in a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team. Being able to drive is an essential part of the role.

Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation Trust (NSFT) Intensive Older Peoples Service and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic team caring for those of any age with dementia or over 75 experiencing a mental health crisis., Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive., Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive. Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about. Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

• NHS pension
• a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
• career progression
• starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
• staff physio service
• NHS discounts and many more
• Relocation packages.