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Locum Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse – High Pay, Flexible Contract in East Essex!
Are you a Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse looking for a rewarding locum role in East Essex? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!
? Job Title: Senior Band 7 Community Mental Health Nurse - Drug and Alcohol
? Location: East Essex
? Duration: 3-6 months ongoing
? Schedule: Full time/part time over long days
? Start Date: ASAP
? Rate of Pay: £28-30ph (Based on experience)
? Contact: Sylwia – /
What You’ll Be Doing:As a Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care in a community mental health setting. Your responsibilities will include managing a caseload, conducting assessments, developing and implementing personalised care plans, and administering medications while monitoring treatment effectiveness. You will also work closely with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to provide crisis intervention, risk management, and safeguarding support.
Requirements & Qualifications:To be successful in this role, you will need a valid NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN). Experience in drug and alcohol required. Needs to be a car driver. Strong clinical assessment, risk management, along with experience working within a multidisciplinary team, are essential. Sound knowledge of the Care Programme Approach (CPA), safeguarding policies, and mental health legislation is also required.
Working Hours & Contract Duration:This role offers a flexible working position, requiring full-time/part time availability over long days. The contract is initially for 3-6 months with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.
This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Sylwia today at or email to apply now.
Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, incorporating HG Nursing and HG Doctors, is a leading UK recruitment agency for Mental Health Professionals, specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help RMNs, CPNs, Social Workers, Psychologists, and Talking Therapists find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.
With market-leading pay rates, weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We’re also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.
The benefits of working with us:? Quick & hassle-free registration – get set up easily
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