Lead Nurse in Dementia Rapid Response Team


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Derbyshire, DE22 3LZ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Oct 2026
Closing date:	1 Nov 2026

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Summary

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. The service consists of a multi-disciplinary team working with older adults with a diagnosis of Dementia. The service acts as an alternative to hospital, facilitating early discharges from the acute setting and preventing hospital admissions where ever possible and appropriate. The team will work with a shared caseload; providing short term, intensive interventions. We are looking for an experienced mental health nurse to be part of this excellent service, someone who is focused on making a positive difference to peoples lives. There is an expectation that as a Lead Nurse, you will be able to make complex decisions, lead a shift, cover duty and formulate detailed assessments and person-centred care plans to assist in the prevention of hospital admissions where appropriate. Personal development will be supported and encouraged through appraisal, regular supervision and access to training opportunities.

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