Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse Care Coordinator
East London NHS Foundation Trust
This job is now closed
Job summary
Would you like to be part of an exciting development that is taking place within our Dunstable community, within a new modern integrated health and social care hub? You will be part of The Dunstable Community Mental Health Service (previously known as the CMHT). This brand new development will be a 'one stop' hub where people can access high-quality care and services close to where they live making it accessible, convenient and easier for local residents to use. It will bring a mix of health and care professionals in a single location to promote more joined-up working between the NHS, the council, voluntary and community sectors.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will hold a caseload and work within the principles of the agreed model of care for the service as laid down in the operational policy. The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner within an integrated team. This will involve the assessment planning, implementation and evaluation of the care provided and will liaise with all agencies involved with the client. The post holder will be required to administer prescribed medication which includes intramuscular injections.
The post holder will be responsible for:
- Ensuring that the values outlined in the NHS Constitution are adhered to daily and any matters of concern are raised with the relevant Line Manager or through the necessary processes within the Trust. Responsible for delivering a compassionate, dignified and respectful service to patients at all times.
- Continually delivering and maintaining high standards for a defined caseload as agreed with Line Manager.
- Leadership, supervision and support to junior staff.
- Ensuring national targets and standards are achieved.
- Building trust and developing relationships to ensure service user involvement.
- Demonstrating a professional manner in all work carried out.
- Maintaining accurate and timely records.
- Ensuring equality and diversity values underpin the day to day working of the practice area.
- Continuous professional development.
About us
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations
Date posted
23 May 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
363-BED5309906
Job locations
Grove View Integrated Health & Social Care Hub
Court Drive
Dunstable
LU5 4JD
Employer details
Employer name
East London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Grove View Integrated Health & Social Care Hub
Court Drive
Dunstable
LU5 4JD
Employer's website
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
Supporting documents
Privacy notice
East London NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)