Senior Community Mental Health Nurse
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £39,959 to £48,117 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Bridgwater, TA6 5AT |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 4 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 16 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Undertake urgent, holistic community-based assessments of individuals in acute mental health crisis. Deliver brief, recovery-focused interventions and coordinate care as a named keyworker. Act as a gatekeeper for inpatient beds and support early discharge planning from inpatient units. Participate in the First Response Service, offering timely triage and telephone support for those experiencing crisis. Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver psychological, medical and social interventions. Manage risk effectively, including formulation, planning and escalation as needed. Promote and uphold the Trust's values of Kindness, Respect, Teamwork and Everyone Every Day in all aspects of care delivery. For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.