Job summary
CAMHS LD Band 7 Non-Medical Prescriber/Senior Clinical Nurse RNLD/RMN.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced NMP to join our team. This role will provide the successful candidate with opportunities to
further develop skills & expertise while providing a high standard of
care for children & young people with Intellectual Developmental Disability presenting with mental health/ND needs, sleep & behavioural concerns
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate their
existing knowledge & skills in assessing & treating mental health needs such as anxiety/depression with CYP with IDD. However, for the right
candidate who can evidence existing skills in the treatment of mental health needs in CYP and the
ability to complete effective assessment & diagnosis of mental health needs within people with IDD.
There will be developmental opportunity available in order to progress in all required areas of knowledge & skills
The successful candidate will also treat sleep-based difficulties & ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge base relating to sleep difficulties in CYP is required
Depending upon level of existing skill/knowledge a developmental role may be at Band 6, with progression
to Band 7 upon completion of a competency framework.
Please note that due
to needs of the service, the retention of this post is only possible with
the successful completion of the competency framework within 12 months.
This role requires the applicant to hold the V300 Independent NMP qualification
Main duties of the job
- As a
senior nurse & non-medical prescriber, the post holder will
hold a complex caseload undertaking assessment, diagnosis & treatment of CYP
presenting with mental health, ND &/or sleep problems.
- Assessment of physical health & continued monitoring will be undertaken, in addition to
behavioural assessment & input, including direct work with CYP/families & other professionals
- All work undertaken by the successful candidate will be underpinned by the NHSE STOMP & STAMP agendas, knowledge of which is required to be demonstrated by applicants in addition to an understanding of other key legislation & events that are driving the care & treatment of people with IDD
- The
post holder will work within the outpatient service undertaking initial
assessment of new referrals alongside MDT colleagues, take part in the duty review rota & the senior LD nurse on call rota, providing advice & guidance to professionals from wider CAMHS & other health & emergency services.
- On-call cover includes evenings, weekends & bank holidays
- As
part of the CAMHS LDT, the post holder will co-work with colleagues within the
MDT as required and also assist in day patient assessments to gain clarity of
complex presentations and prevent inpatient admission
- As a
senior nurse, provision of clinical supervision & line management of staff,
will be undertaken in accordance with NMC & trust policies
Ability to work flexibly to meet patient/service need is essential including early morning, late evening & weekends.
About us
The
CAMHS LDT is a nurse lead service providing assessment, treatment and direct
intervention for CYP presenting with a moderate to Profound Intellectual
Developmental Disability with mental ill health problems, co-morbid diagnoses
and high risk complex behaviours of concern.
We
work within the framework of Positive Behaviour Support ensuring that all
intervention/treatment is appropriate and as least restrictive as possible.
Alongside this, within our prescribing, we also follow the principles of the
STOMP/STAMP policies to avoid inappropriate and/or over prescribing of
medications for children and vulnerable people.
We
also seek to avoid inpatient admissions via our outreach service undertaking
extended day patient assessment and input within Rothesay and the patient home.
CAMHS
LDT sits within LPT FYPC/LD directorate aligned with wider CAMHS services.
LPT
provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability
services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings and
serving over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
Here at LPT, our
values are Compassion, Respect, Integrity and Trust, which we keep at the heart
of everything we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
If you like what you've read and would like more information on the duties and responsibilities of this role, please click onto the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience as a senior nurse in relevant area of practice and non-medical prescribing
- Demonstrates motivation and commitment to providing high quality patient centre nursing care and patient education
- Experience of working and prescribing within mental health / IDD
- Experience of treating mental health needs in children and young people, with both medication and non-pharmacological interventions
- Experience of co-ordinating care for children and young people with complex needs, requiring multi-agency working.
Desirable
- Experience of resource management including staff and budget management
- Experience of working with children/adults with Intellectual Development Disability and behaviour concerns
- Experience of assessing / diagnosing ADHD, sleep disorders
- Experience of treating ADHD in children and young people both with medication and non-pharmacological interventions
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Emotional resilience
- Physically capable for performing the role and responsibilities expected of the post holder
- Can work flexibly to meet service and patient needs
- Has own transport or suitable alternative as a reliance upon public transport is not suitable for this post
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understanding of how a person with IDD may present with signs and symptoms of Neurodevelopmental and Mental Health needs differently from the general population.
- Understanding of how prescribing practice may need to differ for a person with IDD when compared to the general population.
- Understanding of the NICE and other assessment and prescribing guidelines for ADHD, Depression and Anxiety in children and young people.
- Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead team and work effectively with others
- Demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently, able to problem solve and prioritise own and others work
- Demonstrates planning and organisational skills
- Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility dependent upon work priorities
- Able to make judgements based on evidence based practice and translate this for use in the clinical team environment
- To be able to demonstrate understanding of current developments in the NHS and their implications for leadership and quality care for clients/service users
- Ability to motivate self and others.
Desirable
- Understanding of the drivers for NHS England STOMP-STAMP agenda and how this is relevant to prescribing practice.
- Understanding of key events in recent history that drive the care and treatment of people with a learning disability within health and social care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1 - RNLD or RMN branch
- Degree or Equivalent
- Post Registration Qualification in Non Medical Prescribing - V300
- Evidence of continuing professional development within the last 12 months
- Hold an NMC approved mentoring qualification
- Leadership or Management Qualification or willingness to work towards
Desirable
- Further training / qualification in regard to sleep
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience as a senior nurse in relevant area of practice and non-medical prescribing
- Demonstrates motivation and commitment to providing high quality patient centre nursing care and patient education
- Experience of working and prescribing within mental health / IDD
- Experience of treating mental health needs in children and young people, with both medication and non-pharmacological interventions
- Experience of co-ordinating care for children and young people with complex needs, requiring multi-agency working.
Desirable
- Experience of resource management including staff and budget management
- Experience of working with children/adults with Intellectual Development Disability and behaviour concerns
- Experience of assessing / diagnosing ADHD, sleep disorders
- Experience of treating ADHD in children and young people both with medication and non-pharmacological interventions
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Emotional resilience
- Physically capable for performing the role and responsibilities expected of the post holder
- Can work flexibly to meet service and patient needs
- Has own transport or suitable alternative as a reliance upon public transport is not suitable for this post
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understanding of how a person with IDD may present with signs and symptoms of Neurodevelopmental and Mental Health needs differently from the general population.
- Understanding of how prescribing practice may need to differ for a person with IDD when compared to the general population.
- Understanding of the NICE and other assessment and prescribing guidelines for ADHD, Depression and Anxiety in children and young people.
- Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead team and work effectively with others
- Demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently, able to problem solve and prioritise own and others work
- Demonstrates planning and organisational skills
- Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility dependent upon work priorities
- Able to make judgements based on evidence based practice and translate this for use in the clinical team environment
- To be able to demonstrate understanding of current developments in the NHS and their implications for leadership and quality care for clients/service users
- Ability to motivate self and others.
Desirable
- Understanding of the drivers for NHS England STOMP-STAMP agenda and how this is relevant to prescribing practice.
- Understanding of key events in recent history that drive the care and treatment of people with a learning disability within health and social care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1 - RNLD or RMN branch
- Degree or Equivalent
- Post Registration Qualification in Non Medical Prescribing - V300
- Evidence of continuing professional development within the last 12 months
- Hold an NMC approved mentoring qualification
- Leadership or Management Qualification or willingness to work towards
Desirable
- Further training / qualification in regard to sleep
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
