Job summary
Exciting Opportunity: Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist - West Adult Community Mental Health Team
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for aBand 7 Clinical Nurse Specialistto join ourWest Adult Community Mental Health Team, based inWest Norfolkand serving the surrounding areas.
Our team is arecovery-focused, multi-disciplinary groupcommitted to delivering a professional, effective, and compassionate service to our service users and their carers.
We are looking for aqualified and experienced professional, ideally with a background in community mental health, who is passionate about supporting individuals and their families. You will have a solid understanding of the role ofCare Coordinator/Assessor, particularly in working with individuals with complex mental health needs.
Main duties of the job
As part of our dedicated team, you will collaborate closely with a variety of partners to deliver tailored community-based interventions for those referred to our service.
We are seeking acompassionate, dedicated, and conscientious Clinical Nurse Specialist who is eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of adults facing mental health challenges and to lead on clinical innovation within the team.
We welcome applications from all talented individuals who meet the relevant qualifications, skills, and experience.
The role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist is to provide specialist clinical interventions to our service users, their families and loved ones. It also involves delivery of leadership activities within the team.
If appointed, you will:
Deliver clinical interventions.
Work as a non-medical prescriber.
Offer support, supervision and informal training to your colleagues.
Contribute to multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings.
Undertake other clinical tasks within the team.
Supporting team members to manage complex cases
Case holding for those with complex mental health needs
Deputise for the Community Team Manager on occasion.
You will have a nursing qualification, be trained as a non-medical prescriber, and will have developed your skills through extensive experience in mental health.
About us
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
SPECIFIC DUTIES
TRUST VALUES AND BEHAVIOURSTo promote and adhere to the workplace values of NSFT.Our values and behaviours were created by 1,300 staff members, service users and carers allworking together in the Putting People First project.They reflect what we all believe makes the most positive difference to the care we offer and tothe way we work with one another. By living our values we will develop our Trust, our people,and continue to improve the quality of everything we do.
REGISTERED HEALTH PROFESSIONALAll staff that are members of a professional body must comply with standards of professionalpractice/conduct. It is the post holders responsibility to ensure that they are familiar with andadhere to these requirements.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESTeam supervision
RISK MANAGEMENT / HEALTH AND SAFETYThe post holder has a responsibility to themselves and others in relation to managing risk, healthand safety and will be required to work within the policies and procedures as laid down by theTrust. All staff have a responsibility to access occupational health, other staff support servicesand/or any relevant others in times of need and advice.
FLEXIBILITYYou are expected to be flexible in the duties you carry out and the Trust reserves the right to varyyour duties from time to time in line with service needs and as commensurate with your Pay Band.You may, therefore, be required, during the course of your employment, to work in a differentlocation and/or to carry out alternative duties consistent with your status, role, knowledge andexperience, taking account of any professional registration and/or qualification requirements, andwhich are commensurate with your Pay Band; this may include a temporary or longer termtransfer to work within a different Locality or Service. Arrangements under your Terms andConditions of Service and Trust policies will apply.
RECORDS MANAGEMENTThe post holder has responsibility for timely and accurate record keeping where appropriate andin line with professional guidelines.The post holder has responsibility for the creation, maintenance and storage of records inaccordance with Trust policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data ProtectionAct, The Freedom of Information Act and other relevant statutory requirements. Training will beprovided in appropriate information management for the post.
SUSTAINABILITYCarbon reduction and sustainable development are issues that impact on the lives of everyoneand it is expected that all staff will commit to the principles of carbon reducing behaviours andsustainable development to ensure that resources are used efficiently, our carbon footprint isreduced and health services continue to improve.
SAFEGUARDINGClinicalThe NSFT expects all practitioners to act in accordance with statutory and local policiesregarding recognition, reporting, information sharing, record keeping and joint working in relationto the Safeguarding of Children and Adults as outlined in Children Act 1989/2004, WorkingTogether to Safeguard and Promote the Welfare of Vulnerable Children 2010 and No Secrets2002.
WORKING WITH FAMILIES OF SERVICE USERSEnsure that (practitioners / clinicians etc.) when working with service users consider the effectsand impact of their mental health and risk behaviours on their families, and provide appropriatesupport, advice and education for all family members. The needs of children and young peoplewithin the household/family should be given special consideration in line with Social CareInstitute for Excellences guidance Think Child, Think Parent, Think Family and must always bethe priority for NSFT staff across all roles and services.
CONFIDENTIALITYThe post holder is required to maintain confidentiality of information in accordance withprofessional and Trust policy. The post holder may access information only on a need to knowbasis in the direct discharge of duties and divulge information only in the proper course of theirduties.This job description is an outline and account of the main duties required to carry out the post. Itwill be reviewed periodically to reflect changes and developments in service requirements. Thepost holder is advised that they have a responsibility to ensure they are familiar with their Termsand Conditions of Service detailed in the Contract of Employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
SPECIFIC DUTIES
TRUST VALUES AND BEHAVIOURSTo promote and adhere to the workplace values of NSFT.Our values and behaviours were created by 1,300 staff members, service users and carers allworking together in the Putting People First project.They reflect what we all believe makes the most positive difference to the care we offer and tothe way we work with one another. By living our values we will develop our Trust, our people,and continue to improve the quality of everything we do.
REGISTERED HEALTH PROFESSIONALAll staff that are members of a professional body must comply with standards of professionalpractice/conduct. It is the post holders responsibility to ensure that they are familiar with andadhere to these requirements.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESTeam supervision
RISK MANAGEMENT / HEALTH AND SAFETYThe post holder has a responsibility to themselves and others in relation to managing risk, healthand safety and will be required to work within the policies and procedures as laid down by theTrust. All staff have a responsibility to access occupational health, other staff support servicesand/or any relevant others in times of need and advice.
FLEXIBILITYYou are expected to be flexible in the duties you carry out and the Trust reserves the right to varyyour duties from time to time in line with service needs and as commensurate with your Pay Band.You may, therefore, be required, during the course of your employment, to work in a differentlocation and/or to carry out alternative duties consistent with your status, role, knowledge andexperience, taking account of any professional registration and/or qualification requirements, andwhich are commensurate with your Pay Band; this may include a temporary or longer termtransfer to work within a different Locality or Service. Arrangements under your Terms andConditions of Service and Trust policies will apply.
RECORDS MANAGEMENTThe post holder has responsibility for timely and accurate record keeping where appropriate andin line with professional guidelines.The post holder has responsibility for the creation, maintenance and storage of records inaccordance with Trust policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data ProtectionAct, The Freedom of Information Act and other relevant statutory requirements. Training will beprovided in appropriate information management for the post.
SUSTAINABILITYCarbon reduction and sustainable development are issues that impact on the lives of everyoneand it is expected that all staff will commit to the principles of carbon reducing behaviours andsustainable development to ensure that resources are used efficiently, our carbon footprint isreduced and health services continue to improve.
SAFEGUARDINGClinicalThe NSFT expects all practitioners to act in accordance with statutory and local policiesregarding recognition, reporting, information sharing, record keeping and joint working in relationto the Safeguarding of Children and Adults as outlined in Children Act 1989/2004, WorkingTogether to Safeguard and Promote the Welfare of Vulnerable Children 2010 and No Secrets2002.
WORKING WITH FAMILIES OF SERVICE USERSEnsure that (practitioners / clinicians etc.) when working with service users consider the effectsand impact of their mental health and risk behaviours on their families, and provide appropriatesupport, advice and education for all family members. The needs of children and young peoplewithin the household/family should be given special consideration in line with Social CareInstitute for Excellences guidance Think Child, Think Parent, Think Family and must always bethe priority for NSFT staff across all roles and services.
CONFIDENTIALITYThe post holder is required to maintain confidentiality of information in accordance withprofessional and Trust policy. The post holder may access information only on a need to knowbasis in the direct discharge of duties and divulge information only in the proper course of theirduties.This job description is an outline and account of the main duties required to carry out the post. Itwill be reviewed periodically to reflect changes and developments in service requirements. Thepost holder is advised that they have a responsibility to ensure they are familiar with their Termsand Conditions of Service detailed in the Contract of Employment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or equivalent professional qualification Non-Medical Independent Prescriber Degree Level Qualification or equivalent or equivalent level
Desirable
- Study experience at Masters level, study at that level or clinical experience
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
- Teaching or training experience or qualification. Experience of facilitation in groups. Experience of implementing evidence based practice and or service improvement initiative.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate widely in a clear manner. Ability to problem solve. Confident manner. Application Form / Interview / References Page | 9 Generic 2016 Approachable, tactful and diplomatic. Ability to self-manage time and meet agreed deadlines.
Knowledge
Essential
- ble to demonstrate sound clinical expertise and knowledge of mental health disorders and their treatments.
OTHER (Please specify)
Essential
- Ability to travel to all Trust locations if required. PMA fit. Flexible attitude
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or equivalent professional qualification Non-Medical Independent Prescriber Degree Level Qualification or equivalent or equivalent level
Desirable
- Study experience at Masters level, study at that level or clinical experience
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
- Teaching or training experience or qualification. Experience of facilitation in groups. Experience of implementing evidence based practice and or service improvement initiative.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate widely in a clear manner. Ability to problem solve. Confident manner. Application Form / Interview / References Page | 9 Generic 2016 Approachable, tactful and diplomatic. Ability to self-manage time and meet agreed deadlines.
Knowledge
Essential
- ble to demonstrate sound clinical expertise and knowledge of mental health disorders and their treatments.
OTHER (Please specify)
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).
