Job summary
An exciting opportunity to has arisen for experienced Band 5 nurse to join the ward leadership team as charge nurses within the hospital division acute wards based at high gate mental health centre, West wing . We are looking to recruit compassionate , qualified , creative and motivated nurse to help deliver crucial care .
All applicants must have at least 1 year post registration . The successful candidate will be provided with a clear development and support plan to ensure you maximise your learning within the role and offer you exposure to ward leadership and learning opportunities . As a charge nurse of female ward, the post holder will be committed to working with trauma informed care models/approaches .
Rose quarts is currently 16-Bedded female acute ward based at high gate mental health centre , West wing . We are seeking charge nurses who have the capacity and drive to take the ward through essential change processes.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the management of ward/unit and will deputise for the Ward/Unit Manager as required. S/he will carry out allocated duties at the direction of the Ward/Unit Manager and provide clinical supervision and support to an identified staff group. S/he will regularly take charge of the ward and manage the team in the absence of the Ward Manager. The post holder will work within a multi-disciplinary team framework in the delivery of care to patients within the intensive care setting.
S/he will act as a primary/associate nurse for a group of patients, assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating care. As a primary/associate nurse the post holder will promote person-centred care and ensure that all care plans reflect this approach. S/he will also be expected to teach and supervise others including newly qualified and unqualified staff.
About us
North London NHS Foundation Trust (NLFT) is committed to improving mental health care across North London to deliver excellent services to our local people.Our Five-Year Strategy:
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We will provide consistently high-quality care closer to home.
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With our partners in North London and each borough we will ensure equity of outcome for all
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We will offer great places to work, providing staff with supportive environment to deliver outstanding care.
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We will be more effective as an organisation by pioneering research, quality improvement and technology.
Why NLFT?
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We develop and retain our staff through leadership behaviours and managers programme and many more opportunities.
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We promote flexible working and support staff with a range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
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NHS Discounts, generous annual leave and NHS pension scheme
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Excellent internal staff network
The post holder will be aligned with our Values:
- We Are Kind
- We Are Respectful
- We Work Together
- We Keep Things Simple
- We Empower
- We Are Proudly Diverse
In order to meet the needs of the Trust you may be required from time to time to work at different locations to your normal place of work. This may mean that you are required to work at any location that fall under Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey or Islington. The Trust reserves the right to require staff to work at such other places or locations as it considers reasonable and necessary on a temporary or permanent basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will support the management of ward/unit and will deputise for the Ward/Unit Manager as required. S/he will carry out allocated duties at the direction of the Ward/Unit Manager and provide clinical supervision and support to an identified staff group. S/he will regularly take charge of the ward and manage the team in the absence of the Ward Manager. The post holder will work within a multi-disciplinary team framework in the delivery of care to patients within the intensive care setting.
S/he will act as a primary/associate nurse for a group of patients, assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating care. As a primary/associate nurse the post holder will promote person-centred care and ensure that all care plans reflect this approach. S/he will also be expected to teach and supervise others including newly qualified and unqualified staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will support the management of ward/unit and will deputise for the Ward/Unit Manager as required. S/he will carry out allocated duties at the direction of the Ward/Unit Manager and provide clinical supervision and support to an identified staff group. S/he will regularly take charge of the ward and manage the team in the absence of the Ward Manager. The post holder will work within a multi-disciplinary team framework in the delivery of care to patients within the intensive care setting.
S/he will act as a primary/associate nurse for a group of patients, assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating care. As a primary/associate nurse the post holder will promote person-centred care and ensure that all care plans reflect this approach. S/he will also be expected to teach and supervise others including newly qualified and unqualified staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1. RMN or equivalent with post registration experience at staff nurse level in an acute setting.
- Training in managing violence and aggression including Control and Restraint Training if appropriate to service area including evidence of attendance at updates.
- 3. Evidence of relevant ongoing professional development
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- 1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- 2. Demonstrates an ability to successfully manage patients exhibiting disturbed behaviour.
- 3. Able and willing to undertake training in managing violence and aggression including Control and Restrain
- 4. Demonstrates an ability to manage and motivate staff at all levels.
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- 1. Has an understanding of the physical health needs of people with serious mental illness.
- 2. Has a detailed knowledge of the MHA, the mental capacity act, CPA and other relevant legislation such as Heal and Safety.
- 3. Demonstrates a knowledge of de-escalation skills and wo proactively to reduce the risk of violence
Desirable
- 1. Experience in teaching and supporting junior staff members.
- 2. evidence of report or complaint response writing
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1. RMN or equivalent with post registration experience at staff nurse level in an acute setting.
- Training in managing violence and aggression including Control and Restraint Training if appropriate to service area including evidence of attendance at updates.
- 3. Evidence of relevant ongoing professional development
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- 1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- 2. Demonstrates an ability to successfully manage patients exhibiting disturbed behaviour.
- 3. Able and willing to undertake training in managing violence and aggression including Control and Restrain
- 4. Demonstrates an ability to manage and motivate staff at all levels.
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- 1. Has an understanding of the physical health needs of people with serious mental illness.
- 2. Has a detailed knowledge of the MHA, the mental capacity act, CPA and other relevant legislation such as Heal and Safety.
- 3. Demonstrates a knowledge of de-escalation skills and wo proactively to reduce the risk of violence
Desirable
- 1. Experience in teaching and supporting junior staff members.
- 2. evidence of report or complaint response writing
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).
