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We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Band 6 Psychiatric Liaison Nurse to join the team in one of the major mental health Trusts in Midlands.
Description:
* Use advanced nursing skills and knowledge to carry out physical and psycho-social assessments for the rough sleeping population.
* Provide advanced clinical/therapeutic treatments based on the best available evidence to improve health outcomes for the rough sleeping population.
* Undertake non-medical prescribing and ensure that other duties related to medicines management meet professional standards.
* Work in partnership with community teams and voluntary organizations to ensure seamless care delivery and support transition through Neighbourhood working.
* Act as an advocate for rough sleepers, supporting patients' choices regarding their care while promoting independence and self-care.
* Champion the principles of self-care and patient empowerment.
* Mentor/supervise non-medical prescribers within the service as required.
* Attend leadership and service steering groups.
* Lead in delivering educational programs on topics such as patient assessment and acute nursing care.
* Identify service users who would benefit from the rough sleeping health service.
* Maintain regular communication with all MDT team members.
* Develop and maintain close working relationships with all relevant stakeholders, including wider Neighbourhood working.
* Provide training in dual diagnosis and mental health treatment to other professionals.
Experience:
* Experience working in primary or urgent care, and as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
* Advanced knowledge of managing a wide range of clinical conditions through additional training and experience in primary care.
* Experience prioritizing complex workloads.
* Experience applying relevant legislation and guidance within nursing practice.
* Experience working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
To apply, please reply with your updated CV and the job reference number - BS//RMN1.
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