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About us:
Total Assist is a leading specialist in recruiting and supplying healthcare agency staff to hospitals and clinics across the country. Middlewood Clinic provides high-quality, compassionate care to individuals at different stages of their recovery journey. Committed to offering a safe and supportive environment, using evidence-based approaches to help our patients achieve sustainable recovery. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering holistic care to those experiencing complex eating disorders.
The Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join our team. In this role, you will provide specialised nursing care and therapeutic support to individuals with eating disorders, ensuring a high standard of patient-centred care. You will work closely with our clinical team, including psychiatrists, dieticians, and therapists, to deliver comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct care to patients with eating disorders, including assessment, planning, implementations, and evaluation of care plans.
- Administer medications, monitor patient responses, and manage any side effects or complications.
- Support patients through meal supervision and therapeutic activities, promoting a positive relationship with food and body image.
- Conduct risk assessments and contribute to the safe management of patients experiencing acute psychological distress.
- Engage in one-to-one and group therapy sessions, offering emotional support and fostering a therapeutic environment.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to create and review individualized care plans that promote recovery.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure all care practices are in line with NMC standards and clinic policies.
- Promote patient advocacy and uphold a culture of dignity, respect, and non-judgemental acre.
To excel in this role, you will need:
- A valid NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN).
- Previous experience working with mental health settings.
- Strong clinical skills, with a thorough understanding ofmental health legislation and safeguarding policies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build therapeutic relationships with patients and collaborate effectively within a team.
- A caring and empathetic approach, with a commitment to supporting individuals on their recovery journey.
- Flexibility to work across shift patterns, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
If you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals affected by eating disorders, we would love to hear from you.
