Job summary
Mortimer
Ward is a 20 bedded acute in patient ward for adults with serious mental health
problems, requiring inpatient care and treatment. Patients requiring admission may also have
complex physical co morbidities and applicants should have an interest in both
mental and physical health care delivery. Patients admitted can either be in
formal or detained under the Mental Health Act and require a holistic care
approach to work towards their Recovery.The ward has
a multi-disciplinary team approach to deliver holistic care, including nurses,
physiotherapists, occupational therapist, activity support workers , Psychiatric
Consultants and junior doctors. You will also work alongside colleagues in the
Crisis Team and Adult Social Care. Mortimer Ward also welcomes and supports
student nurses as part of our team.Mortimer
Ward operates a rotational shift pattern system over a 24 hours / seven day
period. . The day shift starts at 07.30hrs
till 20.00hrs and the night shift at 19.30hrs till 08.00 hrs. The post is full time but part time hours
would be considered.
Main duties of the job
- Delivering a high
quality clinical service to patients and their families.
- Acting as named
nurse to a group of patients under the direction / supervision of the person identified
with continuing responsibility.
- Participating in
therapeutic group work programmes.
- Taking charge of
the ward in the absence of the ward manager and deputy ward manager.
- You will be
responsible for the assessment of care needs and contributing to; the
formulation of the person's needs and the development of a relevant plan based
upon the person's negotiated goals and relevant evidence based interventions.
- You will, in
conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team, provide nursing interventions to
support the person to meet their agreed goals and coordinate and/ or
participate in the review of progress towards those goals, utilising
recommended outcome measures, involving the service user and any identified
carer throughout the clinical journey.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,
we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals
and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health
and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of
all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over
100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible
working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,
and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value
diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,
and ethnicities.
What we offer;
-
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to
33 days with long service
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Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work
unsocial hours
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Flexible and agile working opportunities
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Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
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Wide range of supportive staff networks
-
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our
website.
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interest in working for the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a
service, we provide inpatient facilities for working age adults with acute
mental health problems and we are looking for caring, compassionate individuals
to work within our acute service who are committed to providing high quality
care and treatment to our patients. Working in an acute environment can be
challenging, but with the right team, positive attitude and resilience we are
rising to the challenge and reaping the reward of being able to support people
during their most difficult times.
With you
in our team, we will empower you to work innovatively, showing a commitment to
providing compassionate care and a strong desire to improve the patients
experience. You will be able to apply the philosophies of engagement, recovery
and positive care in your work with your patients.
Your
career with us will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills
and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
It's a
career that you can take pride in and enjoy, and together we can make life
better for our communities.
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a
service, we provide inpatient facilities for working age adults with acute
mental health problems and we are looking for caring, compassionate individuals
to work within our acute service who are committed to providing high quality
care and treatment to our patients. Working in an acute environment can be
challenging, but with the right team, positive attitude and resilience we are
rising to the challenge and reaping the reward of being able to support people
during their most difficult times.
With you
in our team, we will empower you to work innovatively, showing a commitment to
providing compassionate care and a strong desire to improve the patients
experience. You will be able to apply the philosophies of engagement, recovery
and positive care in your work with your patients.
Your
career with us will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills
and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
It's a
career that you can take pride in and enjoy, and together we can make life
better for our communities.
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Sound clinical skills
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work as an effective team member
- Able to supervise and teach junior staff
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to manage difficult situations
- Uses own initiative and is able to take decisions
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
Qualifications
Essential
- RN Mental Health, RN (Adult) or RNLD
- Registered on the NMC register
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
- Attended Safety Intervention training within the last 12 months
- CPR course
- Teaching and assessing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Where the post holder is on or above the 2nd KSF gateway they will support the Clinical Coordinator role, as described as exceptional circumstances in the job description
- Promoting peoples equality, diversity and rights
- Ensuring actions contribute to quality
Desirable
- Experience of formulating assessments, planning, co-ordinating and supporting people within an inpatient setting.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of Mental Health Act,
- NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of person-centred care
- Knowledge of the ageing
- process and related mental and physical health problems
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and a commitment to clinical supervision
- Knowledge of the individuals responsibility towards health and safety
Desirable
- Knowledge of Mental capacity act and DOLS and the interface with the Mental Health Act
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to cover a 24 hour/365 day service.
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Sound clinical skills
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work as an effective team member
- Able to supervise and teach junior staff
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to manage difficult situations
- Uses own initiative and is able to take decisions
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
Qualifications
Essential
- RN Mental Health, RN (Adult) or RNLD
- Registered on the NMC register
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
- Attended Safety Intervention training within the last 12 months
- CPR course
- Teaching and assessing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Where the post holder is on or above the 2nd KSF gateway they will support the Clinical Coordinator role, as described as exceptional circumstances in the job description
- Promoting peoples equality, diversity and rights
- Ensuring actions contribute to quality
Desirable
- Experience of formulating assessments, planning, co-ordinating and supporting people within an inpatient setting.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of Mental Health Act,
- NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of person-centred care
- Knowledge of the ageing
- process and related mental and physical health problems
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and a commitment to clinical supervision
- Knowledge of the individuals responsibility towards health and safety
Desirable
- Knowledge of Mental capacity act and DOLS and the interface with the Mental Health Act
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to cover a 24 hour/365 day service.
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).
