About the role
Job Description
Psychiatric nurse is responsible for providing care to patients and their families in relation to their mental and medical health.
Duties and responsibilities:
· Collaborating with the patient and multidisciplinary team on psychiatric intervention plans for patients.
· Building relationships with patients and their families to understand the holistic needs whilst maintaining trust with the patient.
· Provide evidence-based individual therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and anxiety.
· Administering medication where required.
· Monitoring patient’s adherence to any non-medical treatment plans provided.
· Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients and family.
· Maintain strict confidentiality.
· Attend training to acquire further knowledge.
· Collect and record data on patient behavior, health journeys acting on any alterations needed in treatment plans.
· Removing potentially harmful and triggering environmental features for patients.
· Support patients in the management of their emotions, i.e using de-escalation techniques.
· Collaborate, communicate, and assist with the training of clients, patients, parents, and staff.
. This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.
Qualifications
Degree in mental health / behavioural health or equivalent with 5 Years post qualification experience
Currently licensed as a mental health nurse or equivalent
Additional Information
Key Skills:
* Excellent communication skills
* Excellent IT skills including use of electronic medical records systems
* Fluency in English and Ukraine
Essential Capabilities:
* Ability to work calmly and effectively under high-stress work conditions
* Ability to work within a multi-disciplined team, with clinical and non-clinical personnel