Job summary
37.5 Hours Per Week
Calderdale Memory
Assessment Service are seeking to recruit a Band 5 nurse to work within their
team on a fixed-term 12 month contract. This exciting opportunity is to work
37.5 hours per week with the Memory Assessment Service. The post is based at The
Laura Mitchell Centre in Halifax.
You would be
working with a well-established multidisciplinary team that supports staff to
develop both personally and professionally. We have a mix of professionals
within the team and also access to Dietetics and Psychology. A full
comprehensive induction will be provided and access to further training
options.
Calderdale Memory Assessment Service has recently
received their MSNAP re-accreditation, which is endorsed by the CQC. The
service has also received a Sustainable Mental Health Service Commendation.
You will need to be able to
work autonomously as well as within a team and be able to assess risks for
people with dementia.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
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of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job
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Main duties of the job
The post holder
will work within the remit of the Band 5 job description which involves.
Undertaking
initial assessments of service users
- Intervention
work, risk management and clinical decision making in line with leadership.
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Work in a collaborative manner with others to ensure
seamless service delivery.
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Participate in the use of reflective practice, nursing
research, and clinical supervision.
The service
places staff clinical and management supervision, appraisal, support and
professional development as a high priority.
Experience of
working within the community would be advantageous.
Full UK driving
licence and use of own car is essential.
All employees of the Trust are strongly
encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible and
accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled
interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a
defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of a Memory Service.
To work
as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing
comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning,
implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified
needs.
To have
knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative
framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered to people
with memory problems e.g. CPA, MHA (1983).
To
contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure
and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance
outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to
the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with
the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure
a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care
provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
To be competent in all aspects of care and
risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme
approach.
To work collaboratively with clients,
carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize
and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs
are met.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of
people in accordance with the Memory Service Operational Policy and
participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty
rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
Provide peer supervision and support to
other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise
junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust
records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify
any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
To have an understanding of and
participate in the clinical audit process.
To have an awareness of evidence based
practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education
of individuals and target group.
To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal
system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal
development opportunities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible and
accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled
interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a
defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of a Memory Service.
To work
as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing
comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning,
implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified
needs.
To have
knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative
framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered to people
with memory problems e.g. CPA, MHA (1983).
To
contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure
and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance
outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to
the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with
the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure
a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care
provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
To be competent in all aspects of care and
risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme
approach.
To work collaboratively with clients,
carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize
and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs
are met.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of
people in accordance with the Memory Service Operational Policy and
participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty
rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
Provide peer supervision and support to
other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise
junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust
records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify
any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
To have an understanding of and
participate in the clinical audit process.
To have an awareness of evidence based
practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education
of individuals and target group.
To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal
system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal
development opportunities.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process.
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services,issues & assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services, issues & assessment.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
-
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse or Registered Nurse Learning Disability or RN General nursing with relevant experience in working with older people and/or people with cognitive impairment.
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems this must include experience of the people experiencing memory problems as specialist area.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students or trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on well being.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process.
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services,issues & assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services, issues & assessment.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
-
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse or Registered Nurse Learning Disability or RN General nursing with relevant experience in working with older people and/or people with cognitive impairment.
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems this must include experience of the people experiencing memory problems as specialist area.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students or trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on well being.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
