Job summary
An exciting opportunity has
become available to join our integrated multi-disciplinary team on a fixed term
contract until 31/03/2026.
The enhanced team west is looking for a registered mental
health nurse who is enthusiastic in wanting to support people and their
families/carers in a holistic way in the community, for those people who have complex
needs.
The successful candidate will offer a person-centred
approach to promote independence, well-being and support for people to live a fulfilling
life in the community.
The enhanced team west is an established team, with staff
who have vast knowledge and experience, who share this to support and welcome
newcomers to the team and promote learning development for each other.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum
requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in
the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Please contact Amanda Kelsey, if you
would like a chat about the post. 01924
316937/38.
At
the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set
by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this
reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role
We
are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to
work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be
considered alongside all other applications.
Main duties of the job
The successful
candidate will maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out
nursing procedures.
The successful
candidate will have a caseload of people with individual care plan and positive
risk management with the support and input from specialist practitioners.
This will
include being responsible for the safe custody of medication, including
checking, administration and transportation of medication.
Ensure
compliance with the Trust policy and procedure and clinical governance
framework.
Knowledge and
compliance of the Lone working policy.
Working in a
multi-disciplinary team and having excellent communication skills with team
colleagues and other services.
The team is a
seven-day service; therefore, the candidate will be willing and agree to work
some weekends.
Participate in
the role of team duty, to include delegation of daily tasks and supporting the
team flexible assertive community treatment approach (FACT).
Champion service
user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement.
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
Has continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people with mental health problems in the community. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of a
Enhanced CMHT.
Key Result Areas:
Management of own caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.
Provision of leadership to the Enhanced Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people and their carers in line with national and local practice standards e.g. NICE
- Supervision and support of other team members.
- Participation in service development and clinical governance structures.
Professional:
1. 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.
- Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness.
- Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required.
- Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community.
- Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with Enhanced team operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota.
- Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
- Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team leader
Administrative:
1. Maintains accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct and trust procedures and ensures records are made available when required by the appropriate agency.
2. Participates in the formulation of policies at unit level.
3. Maintains accurate mileage records.
4. Manages caseload with due economy of cost and time.
5. Ensures safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered nurses only).
6. Responsible for the ordering of stock with due economy.
7. Produces monthly statistics in line with trust directives.
8. Keeps the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the area of responsibility.
Education:
1. Supervises students and trainees on placement.
- Assists in the teaching and in-service training of staff.
- Is conversant with current trends in clinical practice.
- Participates and accepts delegated responsibility in research and clinical audit as required.
- Attends courses or training sessions relevant to the updating of knowledge and experience.
Personnel:
1. Promotes an understanding of mental health and well being.
- Ensures health and safety regulations are observed.
- Attends mandatory training sessions as directed by the Trust.
- Participates in the values based induction and the annual appraisal process.
- Attends team meetings.
- Supports the Trusts commitment to a healthy work-life balance. For further information please see attached Job Description and Person Spec.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Has continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people with mental health problems in the community. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of a
Enhanced CMHT.
Key Result Areas:
Management of own caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.
Provision of leadership to the Enhanced Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people and their carers in line with national and local practice standards e.g. NICE
- Supervision and support of other team members.
- Participation in service development and clinical governance structures.
Professional:
1. 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.
- Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness.
- Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required.
- Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community.
- Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with Enhanced team operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota.
- Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
- Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team leader
Administrative:
1. Maintains accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct and trust procedures and ensures records are made available when required by the appropriate agency.
2. Participates in the formulation of policies at unit level.
3. Maintains accurate mileage records.
4. Manages caseload with due economy of cost and time.
5. Ensures safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered nurses only).
6. Responsible for the ordering of stock with due economy.
7. Produces monthly statistics in line with trust directives.
8. Keeps the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the area of responsibility.
Education:
1. Supervises students and trainees on placement.
- Assists in the teaching and in-service training of staff.
- Is conversant with current trends in clinical practice.
- Participates and accepts delegated responsibility in research and clinical audit as required.
- Attends courses or training sessions relevant to the updating of knowledge and experience.
Personnel:
1. Promotes an understanding of mental health and well being.
- Ensures health and safety regulations are observed.
- Attends mandatory training sessions as directed by the Trust.
- Participates in the values based induction and the annual appraisal process.
- Attends team meetings.
- Supports the Trusts commitment to a healthy work-life balance. For further information please see attached Job Description and Person Spec.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Current NMC registration
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing complex mental health problems
- Experience of supporting and supervising colleagues/students/trainees
- Experience of using IT systems to support, record and monitor clinical activity
- 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 Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic interventions
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals for e.g practitioners within long term conditions, primary care
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs
- Experience of working holistically with older adults in a bio psycho-social model of care with emphasis on physical ill health that impacts on mental wellbeing
Desirable
- Experience of working in an assertive community treatment model
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers
- Shows awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care. Ability to act up in the absence of the team manager
- Knowledge of using IT systems to record clinical activity
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues
Desirable
- Proven activity in audit
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder
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).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management
- Self-direction
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, flexible resourcefulness, adaptable
- 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)
- Autonomy
- Diplomacy
- Leadership skills
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills
- Risk assessment and risk management
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Successful completion of venepuncture course and able to demonstrate competence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Current NMC registration
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing complex mental health problems
- Experience of supporting and supervising colleagues/students/trainees
- Experience of using IT systems to support, record and monitor clinical activity
- 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 Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic interventions
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals for e.g practitioners within long term conditions, primary care
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs
- Experience of working holistically with older adults in a bio psycho-social model of care with emphasis on physical ill health that impacts on mental wellbeing
Desirable
- Experience of working in an assertive community treatment model
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers
- Shows awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care. Ability to act up in the absence of the team manager
- Knowledge of using IT systems to record clinical activity
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues
Desirable
- Proven activity in audit
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder
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).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management
- Self-direction
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, flexible resourcefulness, adaptable
- 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)
- Autonomy
- Diplomacy
- Leadership skills
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills
- Risk assessment and risk management
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Successful completion of venepuncture course and able to demonstrate competence
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).
