Job summary
Are you motivated, enthusiastic
and want to make a real difference?
We provide a specialist inpatient
service for adults with mental health needs across 3 inpatient wards at the
Elgar unit.
We are looking for dynamic, flexible,
passionate NMC registered mental health nurses & learning disability nurses
to join our teams on our 2 acute wards & psychiatric intensive care unit
(PICU) This post is suitable for both newly qualified & experienced RMNs &
RNLDs looking for a new challenge in a fast paced inpatient ward.
We can offer from 23 up to 37.5
hours a week. Our working patterns are 2-4 fully rotational long days/ nights
(07:00-19:30/19:00-07:30) across a four-week period including weekends and bank
holidays.
A fully supportive preceptorship programme is
provided for newly qualified applicants as well as a welcoming induction, and future
career development opportunities.
We offer flexible and family
friendly working.
All staff whatever their role,
level or responsibility will be encouraged and supported to do their job well..
Making Every Day Better for
patients, staff, service users and carers is the responsibility of all of us
and we want to embed a culture within the organisation that encourages and
supports the drive to improve what we do.
Main duties of the job
- The
ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels
- An enthusiastic, motivated and innovative thinker to
become part of the inpatient team
- The ability to work autonomously managing your own named
patients, developing a plan of care.
- The ability to problem solve, delegate, lead, co-ordinate
and manage time effectively
- Excellent communication and inter-personal skills along
with a flexible and responsive approach
- Close working with all members of the Multi-disciplinary
Team
- Assessment and Management of risk
- Liaising with other services such as, neighbouring wards,
community mental health team, home treatment team, inpatient pathway team,
social care, Mental Health Liaison Team and the Acute Trust
- Effective
assessment and care planning
- Supervising of junior staff, including student nurses
& student nurse associates.
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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Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to
maintain the highest standards of professionalism.
Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves
and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
Demonstrate a level of skill and understanding which
enables them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the nurse/Allied Health
Professional (AHP) in charge and in accordance with relevant procedures,
guidelines and policies. The post holder will undertake both routine and
specially identified tasks for which they have been trained and assessed as
competent.
It is expected that registered nurses will be able to carry
out all of the core competencies outlined in the job description but their
duties and competencies will vary according to speciality agreed extended
competencies. Similar or related duties may be undertaken in support of the
environment, which are not listed.
Administer medication in a safe and timely manner as
prescribed, in accordance with Trust policies and training.
Measure, monitor and record observations as required e.g.
TPR and BP, Oxygen saturation, peak flow, ECG, urine tests, blood glucose
monitoring, fluid intake and output NEWS.
Ensure that each patient in their care receives an
individual nursing assessment and is the subject of a regularly updated care
plan which, wherever practicable, is formulated in conjunction with the
patient.
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
Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to
maintain the highest standards of professionalism.
Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves
and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
Demonstrate a level of skill and understanding which
enables them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the nurse/Allied Health
Professional (AHP) in charge and in accordance with relevant procedures,
guidelines and policies. The post holder will undertake both routine and
specially identified tasks for which they have been trained and assessed as
competent.
It is expected that registered nurses will be able to carry
out all of the core competencies outlined in the job description but their
duties and competencies will vary according to speciality agreed extended
competencies. Similar or related duties may be undertaken in support of the
environment, which are not listed.
Administer medication in a safe and timely manner as
prescribed, in accordance with Trust policies and training.
Measure, monitor and record observations as required e.g.
TPR and BP, Oxygen saturation, peak flow, ECG, urine tests, blood glucose
monitoring, fluid intake and output NEWS.
Ensure that each patient in their care receives an
individual nursing assessment and is the subject of a regularly updated care
plan which, wherever practicable, is formulated in conjunction with the
patient.
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
Desirable
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 control and restraint course 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
Knowledge
Essential
- 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
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
Desirable
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 control and restraint course 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
Knowledge
Essential
- 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
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).
