Band 6 CPN Gloucester

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Job Description - Band 6 CPN Gloucester

Job Title: Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) – South Gloucestershire Recovery Team
Location: Thornbury, BS35 1DG
Pay Rate: £27 per hour LTD (PAYE options available)
Contract Type: Full-time, Locum/Agency
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: OngoingJob Summary:
We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) to join the South Gloucestershire Recovery Team on a locum basis. The role involves working within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality mental health care to adults with complex and enduring mental health needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CPN looking for a flexible, well-supported role with competitive pay and a focus on community-based recovery.Key Responsibilities:

Act as an Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) for accuracy checking of dispensed medications
Deliver clinical pharmacy support on hospital wards, including medicines reconciliation and patient counselling
Work collaboratively with pharmacists and wider multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective medication use
Supervise and support junior pharmacy staff and assistants
Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to NHS and GPhC standards

Manage a defined caseload of service users with complex mental health needs in the community.
Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, risk assessments, and care planning in collaboration with service users and carers.
Deliver recovery-focused interventions in line with NICE guidance and local policy.
Work effectively within the multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists, social workers, support workers, and psychologists.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records using electronic systems (RiO experience desirable).
Participate in CPA (Care Programme Approach) reviews, safeguarding processes, and crisis planning.
Act as a key point of contact for service users and carers, providing support and signposting as appropriate.

Essential Requirements:

Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) qualification (evidence required)
Minimum of 1 year NHS ward experience with direct patient interaction
GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician
Strong communication and clinical skills
Right to work in the UK
Availability Monday to Friday for the duration of the contract

Pay & Benefits:

£28 per hour (LTD)
PAYE options available
Weekly payroll
Flexible working support through your dedicated agency consultant
Opportunity to work in a well-regarded NHS setting and develop further clinical experience

To Apply:
Please send your up-to-date CV along with proof of ACT qualification. Early applications are advised as this role is expected to fill quickly.

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with valid NMC registration.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a Band 6 CPN or equivalent within a community mental health setting.
Experience of working with adults with complex mental health problems.
Sound understanding of the CPA process, risk management, and safeguarding procedures.
Excellent communication and time management skills.
Full UK driving licence and access to a car for community visits.

Benefits of Joining Service Care Solutions:

£250 referral fee bonus for any health care professional you refer who we place in to work on a 3-month contract.
£250 sign up bonus for any qualified professionals that register with our agency. This will be paid in your first pay packet
Bring us your contract / Job referral - £200 bonus for bringing your existing work to us.
All compliancy costs paid for by our agency, including DBS, Occupational Health Check, Online and Practical training
LTD and PAYE options available
Nationwide provider to all NHS trusts
Multi Framework approved – Access to a large number of different services within a number of different trusts.
Specialist consultants offering single points of contact.

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Band 6 CPN Gloucester

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