Back to search
Job Title: Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) - Triage Process Specialist
Band: 6
Location: Adults Community Mental Health Team (CMHT), Warwick
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) to join our Adults Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) based in Warwick. This is a Band 6 role, focused on supporting the Locality Pathway Allocation Coordinator with clinical oversight of the triage process for routine referrals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide clinical oversight and expertise in the triage of routine referrals, ensuring that the appropriate care pathways are identified for patients.
- Work closely with Band 4 Clinical Support Assistants, who will complete initial triage assessments, to ensure accurate and timely decision-making.
- Collaborate with the Locality Pathway Allocation Coordinator to maintain high standards of patient care and streamline referral processes.
- Utilize Care Notes for documentation and patient record management, ensuring all information is accurately recorded and easily accessible.
- Conduct regular reviews of triage processes and pathways, offering suggestions for improvement and implementing best practices.
- Engage with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients are receiving the most appropriate care and support.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss and review patient care plans.
Essential Requirements:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a valid NMC Pin.
- Previous experience in a triage or similar role within a CMHT setting.
- Proficiency in using Care Notes for patient documentation and records.
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work autonomously while maintaining effective communication with the team.
- A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
you are a dedicated and experienced CPN looking for a challenging and rewarding role within a community setting, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to (url removed)Â and I will arrange a call with yourself.
