Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse to join the Physical Health & Treatment Team within Stockport Community Services.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will participate in the running and the ongoing development of the Depot, Clozapine & Physical Health Check Clinics for Adult Community Mental Health Services in Stockport.
The post-holder will work with both CPA and Non-CPA patients as per Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust policy, completing relevant Care Documentation as required.
You will ensure the highest standard of nursing care provided in accordance with the policies and procedures of Pennine Care NHS Trust.
You will work across hospital and community settings, promoting continuity of care and effective communication. You will participate in the on-going development of the service and in the education programmes of nursing students and other disciplines.
You must have a clinical knowledge of relevant medications and side effects, and have a keen interest in physical health and health promotion for SMI patients.
You must be able to work with the wider Mental Health Service to provide health and care support for patients living in Stockport.
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified RMN/RGN with Current NMC Registration
- Good standard of general education including good numeracy and literacy skills
- Commitment to undertake Continuing Personal Development
Desirable
- Evidence of recent further development / training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with clients with complex Mental Health needs
- Clinical Experience within the NHS
Desirable
- Experience of working within Clozapine or Depot Clinics
Knowledge
Essential
- Robust knowledge of Mental Health Medications and their side effects
- Robust knowledge of the implications on the physical health of people living with SMI
Desirable
- Awareness of Local Services
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to use PocHi Machine, or willingness to learn
- Venepuncture trained, or willingness to undertake
- Ability to complete required physical health checks for people attending clinics and a willingness to undertake required training
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with Service Needs
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified RMN/RGN with Current NMC Registration
- Good standard of general education including good numeracy and literacy skills
- Commitment to undertake Continuing Personal Development
Desirable
- Evidence of recent further development / training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with clients with complex Mental Health needs
- Clinical Experience within the NHS
Desirable
- Experience of working within Clozapine or Depot Clinics
Knowledge
Essential
- Robust knowledge of Mental Health Medications and their side effects
- Robust knowledge of the implications on the physical health of people living with SMI
Desirable
- Awareness of Local Services
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to use PocHi Machine, or willingness to learn
- Venepuncture trained, or willingness to undertake
- Ability to complete required physical health checks for people attending clinics and a willingness to undertake required training
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with Service Needs
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).
