Staff Nurse - CAMHS

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care
• Be responsible for ensuring immediate care to relevant client group
• Practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust policies in order that a safe and quality service is provided.
• Take delegated responsibility for the management of the clinical team on a shift basis, taking overall responsibility for effective management of the team and the maintenance of high standards of quality care in the clinical area.
• Post holders will be expected to participate fully in their personal development and review process in order to achieve the knowledge and skills identified in their appraisal for this post. Newly qualified post holders will undergo a period of structured preceptorship as part of their personal development.

Galaxy House is an expanding service that treats young people with demanding physical and emotional issues. It is based in the grounds of the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital and the service is QNIC accredited. We look after young people up to the age of eighteen years and are a twelve bedded service. You must be motivated and passionate about working with young people with mental health concerns, as the job can be physically and emotionally demanding as well as rewarding.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Registered Nurse with a specific interest in Children and Young People's Mental Health. You will need either a degree or Diploma in Mental Health Nursing or Children's Nursing, or have a RN qualification, with CAMHS experience; and must be able to show a demonstrative interest and experience in working with Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS).

In return we will provide a comprehensive induction program and you will be appraised on a yearly basis with a view to developing knowledge and skills where appropriate.

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