Job summary
Connolly House is a dynamic 14 bed inpatient Recovery Unit for Service Users experiencing Psychosis.
An exciting opportunity has come up for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the team at Connolly House.
The role will involve working alongside the multidisciplinary team in the assessment, planning and treatment of patients following the NICE guidelines for psychosis.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual who is able to build effective working relationships and be able to demonstrate a commitment to client centred practice.
We offer a commitment to support staff with regular supervision and CPD; an opportunity to gain specialist experience in recovery based practice; support to undertake training and professional development opportunities.
We are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities.
This post offers a Golden Hello, or a Relocation package up to a maximum of £2000. (pro rata applies and subject to terms and conditions. Please see attached Protocol document).
Main duties of the job
The care and treatment of patients under the care of Connolly House.
To act as Primary Nurse to coordinate patient care.
Monitor patient progress and communicate with the Multidisciplinary team.
Medication management and monitoring of side effects.
To monitor the physical health of patients.
To offer and signpost psychological support.
Run groups and activities.
Supervision of staff.
Mentorship of students.
To protect the health and safety of our staff/workers, patients, and those attending our sites, we encourage our workforce to get fully vaccinated against COVID
About us
Connolly House is a modern purpose built inpatient Rehabilitation unit specialising in the Assessment and treatment of adults with complex and enduring mental health needs.
We offer a commitment to support staff with regular supervision and CPD; an opportunity to gain specialist experience in recovery based practice; support to undertake training and professional development opportunities
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached job description for a more detailed responsibilities
The care and treatment of patients under the care of Connolly House.
To act as Primary Nurse to coordinate patient care.
Monitor patient progress and communicate with the Multidisciplinary team.
Medication management and monitoring of side effects.
To monitor the physical health of patients.
To offer and signpost psychological support.
Run groups and activities.
Supervision of staff.
Mentorship of students.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached job description for a more detailed responsibilities
The care and treatment of patients under the care of Connolly House.
To act as Primary Nurse to coordinate patient care.
Monitor patient progress and communicate with the Multidisciplinary team.
Medication management and monitoring of side effects.
To monitor the physical health of patients.
To offer and signpost psychological support.
Run groups and activities.
Supervision of staff.
Mentorship of students.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current registration (mental health / LD/ Adult) appropriate to the job role.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of MHA (1983/2007)
- Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act (2005), to include practical knowledge of FACE documentation, DOLS and Best Interest decisions.
- Child and Adult safe guarding procedures.
- Change management, organising and prioritising workloads
- Demonstrate ability to enhance care through evidence based knowledge.
- Demonstrate professional development relevant to the care group
- Demonstrates ability to assess and manage clinical risk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current registration (mental health / LD/ Adult) appropriate to the job role.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of MHA (1983/2007)
- Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act (2005), to include practical knowledge of FACE documentation, DOLS and Best Interest decisions.
- Child and Adult safe guarding procedures.
- Change management, organising and prioritising workloads
- Demonstrate ability to enhance care through evidence based knowledge.
- Demonstrate professional development relevant to the care group
- Demonstrates ability to assess and manage clinical risk
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
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).
