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Community psychiatric nurse

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Plain English definition

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Community psychiatric nurse

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Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

Source

https://www.thinklocalactpersonal.org.uk/Browse/Informationandadvice/CareandSupportJargonBuster/#Community%20psychiatric%20nurse

Also known as a 'community mental health nurse', this is a specialist nurse who works in the community rather than in hospital with people who have mental health problems. They are a key part of your local community mental health team and can offer you help and support in managing your condition.

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