Crisis Mental Health Nurse - Isle of Wight NHS Trust
Agency: Service Care Solutions

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Band 6 Crisis Mental Health Nurse to join the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team at Isle of Wight NHS Trust.

Location: Isle of Wight
Contract: Ongoing agency placement
Hours: Full-time and part-time available (including evenings and weekends)
Rate: £27.50 per hour (umbrella) for standard day shifts
Equivalent PAYE: Approx. £22.10 per hour
Enhanced Rates: Uplifts for nights, weekends, and bank holidays

About the Role: This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to work in a fast-paced crisis response environment, supporting individuals experiencing acute mental health difficulties. The team works to prevent hospital admissions by providing urgent community-based support and interventions.

Key Responsibilities:
Rapid mental health assessments for individuals in crisis

Short-term intensive interventions to stabilise mental health

Collaborative care planning with service users and carers

Liaising with GPs, A&E, police, and other services

Accurate and timely documentation of assessments and interventions

Participation in 24-hour shift rota, including nights and weekends

Requirements:
NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Minimum 6 months experience in a crisis team, HTT, or similar setting

Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service or willing to apply)

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred

Strong risk assessment and management skills

Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure

Benefits of Working with Service Care Solutions:
Dedicated consultant support 7 days a week

Compliance and registration support from start to finish

Weekly payroll

Free training and DBS processing

Referral bonus scheme

Assistance with accommodation and ferry travel arrangements where applicable

To apply, please email your CV to:
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