Job summary
Would you like to work in a caring friendly environment and make a difference to people's lives?
Are you a registered Mental Health Nurse looking for a change? If so we have a fantastic opportunity for you.
We are looking for experienced Registered Nurses to join our Older Adults Team at Chelmsford.
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Main duties of the job
We are keen to have staff working for us who are passionate about older peoples care and who are keen to be actively involved in service development.
The Crystal Centre has close transport links to Chelmsford and the surrounding areas, plus easy access to the A12 with free parking on site.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Open, Compassionate and Empowering. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Covid Vaccination
Although Covid vaccinations are no longer a mandatory requirement within the NHS we continue to encourage and support the vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against Covid19. The safety of our staff and patients is a top priority for us at EPUT.
If you would like to book a Covid vaccination or would like more information please contact us by emailing epunft.cv19hr@nhs.net.
Job description
Job responsibilities
If successful you will be involved with a wide multi-disciplinary team caring for older adults. It is essential that you are interested in and excited at the opportunity to work with older people, but training will be provided. You will care for your patients holistically, involving carers and relatives and work alongside medical and therapies staff. You will be able to adapt quickly to changing situations and provide high quality care to your patients.
Please visit our Website for more information on Essex Partnership NHS foundation Trust. Please find the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
If successful you will be involved with a wide multi-disciplinary team caring for older adults. It is essential that you are interested in and excited at the opportunity to work with older people, but training will be provided. You will care for your patients holistically, involving carers and relatives and work alongside medical and therapies staff. You will be able to adapt quickly to changing situations and provide high quality care to your patients.
Please visit our Website for more information on Essex Partnership NHS foundation Trust. Please find the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Qualification
- Experience of working within Mental Health Services.
Desirable
- Experience of working with Older adult service clients and relevant knowledge of current issues and research.
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of the MHA 1983.
- Equality and Diversity Awareness.
Desirable
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Motivated and enthusiastic, committed, able to work as a team member.
- Leadership skills
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Qualification
- Experience of working within Mental Health Services.
Desirable
- Experience of working with Older adult service clients and relevant knowledge of current issues and research.
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of the MHA 1983.
- Equality and Diversity Awareness.
Desirable
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Motivated and enthusiastic, committed, able to work as a team member.
- Leadership skills
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Crystal Centre,
Puddingwood Drive, Broomfield
Chelmsford
CM1 7LF
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
