Job summary
We are looking for highly motivated, compassionate, caring and flexible individuals to join our mental health inpatient services on a bank basis in Somerset.
We are looking for staff who are confident, approachable and sensitive to the issues faced by people who are in the acute and challenging phase of their journey towards recovery.
You will be a good communicator, able to demonstrate empathy, be non-judgemental, self-motivated and committed to delivering high-quality patient care. You will enjoy talking and listening to people and have the patience to spend time with service users to discuss their care and assist them with their daily needs.
You will need to have 6 months post registration experience for this role.
We will provide a full corporate and local induction on appointment. In addition to which you will have training and development opportunities which will further enhance your skills as a healthcare worker.
**If you are currently employed by our trust get in touch with bankrecruitment@somersetft.nhs.uk for more information on how to join our Mental Health Bank Team**
Main duties of the job
The post holder is a key member of the in-patient multi-disciplinary team, working within a recovery focused service. There is a need to demonstrate a commitment to teamwork. Personal and professional development is a requirement of the post and will be supported through internal training opportunities.The post holder is required to be flexible in order to meet the needs of the Trust.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, continuing professional development and regular informal conversations around career progression, annual recognition awards to celebrate and recognise our colleagues achievements throughout the year and not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
We work hard to make sure that inclusion is part of everything we do. We know that true inclusion means we're able to provide the best care for our patients and provide a fulfilling career for all our colleagues.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London - there is truly something for everyone!
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.
We have six active and impactful colleague networks. These networks provide a safe space for colleagues to share their experiences and learn from one another, but also influence change across our trust:
- Multicultural Network
- Women's Network
- Armed Forces' Network
- LGBTQ+ Network
- Lived Experience Network, for colleagues living with disabilities
- Autistic Colleague Network
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
- To lead the clinical management of designated service users in assessing, implementing and planning nursing care.
- To ensure that junior staff and students are actively engaged in patient activity.
- To observe, report and record changes in the patients physical, mental health and behaviour.
- To work with the MDT in planning and delivering care.
- To maintain working knowledge of legislation and guidance pertaining to mental health and learning disabilities.
- To identify, provide and supervise the necessary physical care to patients to help them complete daily living activities. Personal care and daily living activities include personal hygiene, elimination, diet and fluid intake. clothing and laundering, manual handling, personal environment and maintaining rest and activity.
- To identify and provide and supervise therapeutic activities, emotional support and stability to patients to ensure effective engagement whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
- To create and maintain professional supportive relationships with all members of staff, with other professionals and agencies to enhance recovery.
- To undertake required physical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, urinealysis, weight and height and report exceptions appropriately.
- To ensure that all clinical and risk assessments are completed and reviewed in line with Trust policies on data collection.
- To be responsible for the administration of prescribed medication in line with Trust policy and drug administration standards.
- To work within and manage the legal and professional frameworks relating to consent,capacity, deprivation of liberty and the Mental Health Act.
- To understand the range of interventions available, the evidence-base and potential outcomes for service users.
- To communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers and other members of the inpatient and community teams.
- To establish, maintain and end purposeful therapeutic relationships with patients.
- To adhere to all practice standards implemented by the Trust.
- To act as keyworker to admit clients as designated.Professional
- To adhere to the Nursing & Midwifery Council code of professional conduct at all times.
- To abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules related to practice.
- To utilise management and clinical supervision and appraisal in enhancing performance development.
- To utilise the Trusts personal development review process in order to identify personal and professional development needs.
- To take responsibility for personal development and education including in-service training, reviewing and reflecting own practice and performance.
- To contribute to the experience of learners and ensure delivery of mentorship requirements, meeting standards of the NMC.
- To abide by dress code and uniform policy.
- To be aware of, and act in accordance with, Trust policies and procedures.Managerial
- To provide clinical advice and support for junior members of the team.
- To support the team manager through contributing to clinical leadership within the team.
- To support the team manager to achieve team objectives, targets and quality standards.
- To contribute to the promotion of staff well-being and morale in the team through developing and maintaining supportive relationships, acting as a role model.
- To deal with complaints in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
- To maintain adequate resources for the delivery of care.Legislation
- Ensure health and safety requirements are maintained within sphere of responsibility
- Observe and act upon health and safety requirements.
- Observe and act upon requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983, sex & race discrimination acts 1973 and equal opportunities legislation.Any Other Duties
- To undertake any other duties at a comparable level of responsibility as may be allocated.
- Attending meetings as appropriate.
- Fulfilling duties of weekly timetable including any out of hours responsibilities.
- Duties as instructed by your manager or appropriate authority.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
- To lead the clinical management of designated service users in assessing, implementing and planning nursing care.
- To ensure that junior staff and students are actively engaged in patient activity.
- To observe, report and record changes in the patients physical, mental health and behaviour.
- To work with the MDT in planning and delivering care.
- To maintain working knowledge of legislation and guidance pertaining to mental health and learning disabilities.
- To identify, provide and supervise the necessary physical care to patients to help them complete daily living activities. Personal care and daily living activities include personal hygiene, elimination, diet and fluid intake. clothing and laundering, manual handling, personal environment and maintaining rest and activity.
- To identify and provide and supervise therapeutic activities, emotional support and stability to patients to ensure effective engagement whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
- To create and maintain professional supportive relationships with all members of staff, with other professionals and agencies to enhance recovery.
- To undertake required physical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, urinealysis, weight and height and report exceptions appropriately.
- To ensure that all clinical and risk assessments are completed and reviewed in line with Trust policies on data collection.
- To be responsible for the administration of prescribed medication in line with Trust policy and drug administration standards.
- To work within and manage the legal and professional frameworks relating to consent,capacity, deprivation of liberty and the Mental Health Act.
- To understand the range of interventions available, the evidence-base and potential outcomes for service users.
- To communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers and other members of the inpatient and community teams.
- To establish, maintain and end purposeful therapeutic relationships with patients.
- To adhere to all practice standards implemented by the Trust.
- To act as keyworker to admit clients as designated.Professional
- To adhere to the Nursing & Midwifery Council code of professional conduct at all times.
- To abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules related to practice.
- To utilise management and clinical supervision and appraisal in enhancing performance development.
- To utilise the Trusts personal development review process in order to identify personal and professional development needs.
- To take responsibility for personal development and education including in-service training, reviewing and reflecting own practice and performance.
- To contribute to the experience of learners and ensure delivery of mentorship requirements, meeting standards of the NMC.
- To abide by dress code and uniform policy.
- To be aware of, and act in accordance with, Trust policies and procedures.Managerial
- To provide clinical advice and support for junior members of the team.
- To support the team manager through contributing to clinical leadership within the team.
- To support the team manager to achieve team objectives, targets and quality standards.
- To contribute to the promotion of staff well-being and morale in the team through developing and maintaining supportive relationships, acting as a role model.
- To deal with complaints in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
- To maintain adequate resources for the delivery of care.Legislation
- Ensure health and safety requirements are maintained within sphere of responsibility
- Observe and act upon health and safety requirements.
- Observe and act upon requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983, sex & race discrimination acts 1973 and equal opportunities legislation.Any Other Duties
- To undertake any other duties at a comparable level of responsibility as may be allocated.
- Attending meetings as appropriate.
- Fulfilling duties of weekly timetable including any out of hours responsibilities.
- Duties as instructed by your manager or appropriate authority.
Person Specification
Experience & Training
Essential
Desirable
- at least 1 years experience in a registered position
- Specialty courses
Person Specification
Experience & Training
Essential
Desirable
- at least 1 years experience in a registered position
- Specialty courses
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
