Job summary
We provide care, assessment and treatment to working age males who require an acute inpatient admission.
We have been awarded an overall rating of 'good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and assessed 'outstanding' for being caring.
Main duties of the job
- To deliver a high standard of evidence based inpatient nursing care in the designated care group in partnership with the team, the service users and where appropriate their family. To act as a primary nurse in the assessment of needs and organising of care.- To co-ordinate shifts and provide supervision for support workers and students.
About us
As a Trust we make a positive difference to thousands of people's lives across Sussex and Hampshire, providing support so that they can fulfil their potential and enjoy healthy lives. We believe that staff who feel valued by the Trust and are truly engaged in the organisation deliver better outcomes for our patients and we are always looking for people with the right core values to join our team. The Trust is clinician-led, and provides the highest possible level of clinical expertise throughout its services.
Our vision is to provide outstanding care and treatment you can be confident in. To achieve the highest standards we have already embarked on a programme to transform the culture of the Trust to one of continuous improvement, delivered through participation of all staff and with service users, carers and families at the heart of our efforts.
Main duties of the job
To deliver a high standard of evidence based inpatient nursing care in the designated care group in partnership with the team, the service users and where appropriate their family-To act as a primary nurse in the assessment of needs and organising of care.-To co-ordinate shifts and provide supervision for support workers and students.- To work within a team of nurses and other professionals who are committed to the delivery of a quality service.- To adopt a flexible approach to hours of duty, in order to meet the needs of the service over a 24-hour period.- To take charge of a designated clinical area and deputise as appropriate.- To represent the Ward Manager and/or care team, at appropriate forums and disseminate information as required.- To represent the clinical team perspective at multidisciplinary meetings and clinical reviews of patient care.- To be an active participant in the multi-disciplinary team, formulating care plans and utilising appropriate assessments.
About us
About us
As a Trust we make a positive difference to thousands of people's lives across Sussex and Hampshire, providing support so that they can fulfil their potential and enjoy healthy lives. We believe that staff who feel valued by the Trust and are truly engaged in the organisation deliver better outcomes for our patients and we are always looking for people with the right core values to join our team. The Trust is clinician-led, and provides the highest possible level of clinical expertise throughout its services.
Our vision is to provide outstanding care and treatment you can be confident in. To achieve the highest standards we have already embarked on a programme to transform the culture of the Trust to one of continuous improvement, delivered through participation of all staff and with service users, carers and families at the heart of our efforts
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver a high standard of evidence based inpatient nursing care in the designated care group in partnership with the team, the service users and where appropriate their family- To act as a primary nurse in the assessment of needs and organising of care.- To co-ordinate shifts and provide supervision for support workers and students.- To work within a team of nurses and other professionals who are committed to the delivery of a quality service.-To adopt a flexible approach to hours of duty, in order to meet the needs of the service over a 24-hour period.- To take charge of a designated clinical area and deputise as appropriate.- To represent the Ward Manager and/or care team, at appropriate forums and disseminate information as required.- To represent the clinical team perspective at multidisciplinary meetings and clinical reviews of patient care.- To be an active participant in the multi-disciplinary team, formulating care plans and utilising appropriate assessments.
- Please see job description under document for full details
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver a high standard of evidence based inpatient nursing care in the designated care group in partnership with the team, the service users and where appropriate their family- To act as a primary nurse in the assessment of needs and organising of care.- To co-ordinate shifts and provide supervision for support workers and students.- To work within a team of nurses and other professionals who are committed to the delivery of a quality service.-To adopt a flexible approach to hours of duty, in order to meet the needs of the service over a 24-hour period.- To take charge of a designated clinical area and deputise as appropriate.- To represent the Ward Manager and/or care team, at appropriate forums and disseminate information as required.- To represent the clinical team perspective at multidisciplinary meetings and clinical reviews of patient care.- To be an active participant in the multi-disciplinary team, formulating care plans and utilising appropriate assessments.
- Please see job description under document for full details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current registration (mental health / LD/ Adult) appropriate to the job role
Knowledge/Experience
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/Experience
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
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).
