Job summary
The Castleside Day Hospital provides an opportunity for a person-centred approach for older people with a functional or organic illness, There is no strict age range as people are seen depending on their needs and diagnosis
The Day Hospital sits within the Community Pathway, under planned care and takes patients with complex needs. The Day Hospital can support people who are in crisis with collaboration from our colleagues in the Community Treatment Team/Crisis team or who are undergoing a relapse of their condition, playing an important role in preventing admission or being an alternative to admission (least restrictive option)
The Day Hospital also plays a role in the promotion of early discharge through joint management with our inpatient units and have supported patients to continue treatments such as ECT within the community.
The Day Hospital staff are comprised of medics, qualified mental health nurses, nursing assistants and admin and we have a number of other health professionals that work into the unit. We pride our close working relationship with our Community Treatment team/in patient/crisis team/PLT colleagues so we can work in tandem with them if the patients needs determine this, ensuring holistic and timely care.
The role of the Band 6 nurse on the unit is to oversee the day to day running of the Day Hospital in collaboration with the Band 7, and help lead the nursing team (please see below)
Main duties of the job
Function as an independent practitioner, making clinical decisions and providing expert advice.
Manage a defined caseload of patients, ensuring comprehensive and timely care for patientswith more complex needs
Conduct thorough assessments, develop individualised care plans, and implement interventions and support junior staff to also do so.
Administer medication, while monitoring for side effects and adverse reactions.
Respond effectively to mental health crises, de-escalate situations, and ensure patient safety whilst providing support to junior nursing and medical staff.
Deliver a range of interventions, including psychological interventions and support staff to also do so.
Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and interventions, making adjustments as needed.
Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, psychologists, and social workers.
Provide supervision and guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development.
Contribute to the development and functioning of the Day Hospital team.
Contribute to the improvement of service delivery and patient outcomes.
Facilitate and participate in continuing education programs to enhance the service offered to clients.
Be a positive role model and mentor for the team.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 22nd April 2025
Closing date : 6th May 2025
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 22nd April 2025
Closing date : 6th May 2025
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Professional Qualification and Current Professional Registration as a Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN,)
- Mentor Training
- Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post.
- Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post.
- Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults)
Desirable
- Post Registration Qualifications in Psychological Interventions
- Non-Medical Prescribing
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.
- 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
- To have an understanding of the role of a Day Hospital
Desirable
- Understanding of difficult to manage/ behaviours that challenge
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
- Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
- Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others).
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
- Excellent time and case management skills
- Good conflict resolution skills.
Desirable
- Clinical Leadership.
- Training & Induction of staff.
- Delegation skills
- Teaching/Presentation skills
Role/Team specific requirements
Essential
- Able to maintain professional development.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary Team
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Professional Qualification and Current Professional Registration as a Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN,)
- Mentor Training
- Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post.
- Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post.
- Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults)
Desirable
- Post Registration Qualifications in Psychological Interventions
- Non-Medical Prescribing
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.
- 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
- To have an understanding of the role of a Day Hospital
Desirable
- Understanding of difficult to manage/ behaviours that challenge
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
- Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
- Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others).
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
- Excellent time and case management skills
- Good conflict resolution skills.
Desirable
- Clinical Leadership.
- Training & Induction of staff.
- Delegation skills
- Teaching/Presentation skills
Role/Team specific requirements
Essential
- Able to maintain professional development.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary Team
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).
