Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a registered mental health nurse, occupational therapist or social worker looking to progress their career as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. This new post will provide specialist nursing care to our patients, whilst providing clinical leadership. The post will provide clinical support to our Older People's Ward, Clozaril and ECT.
Clinical Nurse Specialists play an integral role in the provision of care for patients in a range of different circumstances. They are trained in specific areas with the intention of treating complex illnesses, so having the right skill set is essential. A CNS will have five major responsibilities, clinical practice, research, teaching, consulting and management.
Main duties of the job
You will have an understanding of mental health issues, proactively exploring and developing partnerships and pathways to improve the patient journey.
The successful applicant will have direct clinical leadership for Willow ward, Clozaril and ECT and they will be an important part of the MDT.
About us
Our pay and benefits are in accordance with the NHS Agenda for Change. We offer a competitive and generous pay and benefits package.
We also offer support and training for all roles.
Benefits
Benefits included with this role are:-
- NHS pension
- A comprehensive in house & external training programmes
- Career progression
- Starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
- Staff physio service
- NHS discounts and many more.
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing their experiences and learning from each other.
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Interviews are to be confirmed, candidates may only be given a minimum of 3 days' notice, please note this date is provisional and may be subject to change. You will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.
Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs
**Please note this job description is subject to Job Evaluation**
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates will require a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience, particularly in acute mental health. Individual competence and suitability will be explored within interview. It is vital that the successful candidate demonstrates values and behaviours reflective of those of our Trust and this is a focus of the interview process.
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Interviews are to be confirmed, candidates may only be given a minimum of 3 days notice, please note this date is provisional and may be subject to change. You will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.
Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs
**Please note this job description is subject to Job Evaluation**
* Previous applicants need not apply *
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates will require a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience, particularly in acute mental health. Individual competence and suitability will be explored within interview. It is vital that the successful candidate demonstrates values and behaviours reflective of those of our Trust and this is a focus of the interview process.
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Interviews are to be confirmed, candidates may only be given a minimum of 3 days notice, please note this date is provisional and may be subject to change. You will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.
Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs
**Please note this job description is subject to Job Evaluation**
* Previous applicants need not apply *
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience at which has required supervision and mentorship of others
- Extensive experience of practice within clinical area with proven track record in delivering high quality care
Desirable
- Experience of implementing evidence based practice and or service improvement initiative
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or equivalent professional qualification
- Non-Medical Independent Prescriber
- Degree Level Qualification or equivalent or equivalent level
Skills
Essential
- Ability to self-manage time and meet agreed deadlines
- Ability to communicate widely in a clear manner
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate sound clinical expertise and knowledge of mental health disorders and their treatments
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel to all Trust locations if required
- PMA fit
- Flexible attitude
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience at which has required supervision and mentorship of others
- Extensive experience of practice within clinical area with proven track record in delivering high quality care
Desirable
- Experience of implementing evidence based practice and or service improvement initiative
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or equivalent professional qualification
- Non-Medical Independent Prescriber
- Degree Level Qualification or equivalent or equivalent level
Skills
Essential
- Ability to self-manage time and meet agreed deadlines
- Ability to communicate widely in a clear manner
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate sound clinical expertise and knowledge of mental health disorders and their treatments
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel to all Trust locations if required
- PMA fit
- Flexible attitude
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
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).
