Job summary
Are you are looking for a role, where you can help shape the future of forensic services? Do you want to develop your leadership skills and support clinicians to offer an excellent service to women?Do you want to be part of a service built on best practice guidelines?
We are looking for a creative Charge Nurse to join the team here at Thames House.
Thames House is a 26 bed low secure unit for women with a diagnosis of mental illness and/or personality disorder. Many of our service users have had experience of the criminal justice system in the past. The unit is split into a 10 bed high dependency unit and a 16 bed lower dependency unit.
We're an innovative and dedicated team that comprises of a large MDT.
This post attracts a RSU Lead of £1,446 per annum on top of your annual salary.
Main duties of the job
As a Charge Nurse you will work closely with the Unit's Modern Matron, Ward Manager and Clinical Nurse Lead. You will be an integral part of the MDT comprising of nursing, medical, psychology and occupational therapy team members. You will be able to develop your own practice, and support others to develop theirs.
With a reputation for excellence and providing a range of evidence-based care, our service offers an attachment model of care which is tailored to each individual's needs along with a range of therapies and experiences to assist in person's recovery journey. We have established very effective ways of working with the patients to help them identify and reach their goals whilst keeping them safe and supporting them onwards to a new life in the community.
If you think you have the right skills and values to offer us at this exciting time, then we would very much like you to hear from you.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The Littlemore Mental Health Centre opened in the early 2000s and sits in the pretty Village of Sandford-on-Thames on the outskirts of Oxford.
The site sits within commuter distance of Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Warwickshire, Northamptonshire, Wiltshire, Hertfordshire and London City. Due to our central location, we boast a hugely inclusive and diverse staff group and consider ourselves lucky to have such diversity within our team.
We are committed to the ongoing development of our staffing group and actively encourage the continued professional development of our employees. We'll continue to support you through regular supervision and ensure you have the relevant training in order to really succeed in this role. We'll ensure we listen to what it is you need so you feel confident in leading as Charge Nurse.
We'll need you to have a positive can do attitude and first rate clinical skills and knowledge to work with very complex and often challenging patients. Also essential is a calm and reflective nature and the ability to offer leadership and containment to the ward.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute and participate in the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of care and treatment for people with mental health problems.
It is mandatory for you to complete PEACE Teamwork and other training directly related to the job.You will work a rotating shift pattern to cover our 24-hour, 7 day a week service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The Littlemore Mental Health Centre opened in the early 2000s and sits in the pretty Village of Sandford-on-Thames on the outskirts of Oxford.
The site sits within commuter distance of Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Warwickshire, Northamptonshire, Wiltshire, Hertfordshire and London City. Due to our central location, we boast a hugely inclusive and diverse staff group and consider ourselves lucky to have such diversity within our team.
We are committed to the ongoing development of our staffing group and actively encourage the continued professional development of our employees. We'll continue to support you through regular supervision and ensure you have the relevant training in order to really succeed in this role. We'll ensure we listen to what it is you need so you feel confident in leading as Charge Nurse.
We'll need you to have a positive can do attitude and first rate clinical skills and knowledge to work with very complex and often challenging patients. Also essential is a calm and reflective nature and the ability to offer leadership and containment to the ward.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute and participate in the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of care and treatment for people with mental health problems.
It is mandatory for you to complete PEACE Teamwork and other training directly related to the job.You will work a rotating shift pattern to cover our 24-hour, 7 day a week service.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Have experience in a leadership and management role
Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge of MHA legislation including the Mental Health Act 1983
- Knowledge of safeguarding children and adults policy
Desirable
- Has previous experience in working as a staff nurse in forensic mental health care setting
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective leadership and motivational skills
- Excellent communication and presentational skills
Desirable
- Able to take direction and instruction
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Have experience in a leadership and management role
Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge of MHA legislation including the Mental Health Act 1983
- Knowledge of safeguarding children and adults policy
Desirable
- Has previous experience in working as a staff nurse in forensic mental health care setting
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective leadership and motivational skills
- Excellent communication and presentational skills
Desirable
- Able to take direction and instruction
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).
