Job summary
We have an opportunity available for a part time Registered Nurse - RMN working waking nights (£17.86 per hour then £19.49 after 6 months probation) to join the teamat Ashwood Court Independent Hospital based in Lowton , Cheshire, WA3 2RB. Working 12.5 hour shifts 2 nights a week on a rolling rota with opportunity to work extra hours on days or nights.
We are seeking to recruit a RMN with mental health experience in a similar setting who is able to encourage a values based culture and ensure high quality care and support. Youll also need to provide values-led leadership to the team.
At Making Space we are committed to making a difference in the lives of those in our care, we live and breathe our core values and our looking for likeminded individuals to join our team on our mission to make a positive impact to those in our community who need us most.
Main duties of the job
Candidates must be a qualified RMN with an active PIN
You will be expected to hold a small case load which you will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for service users and support the Registered Manager in the management development of the Registered Care Home. You will participate in the setting, monitoring and evaluation of standards of care and clinical audit and contribute to the clinical governance processes.
You will also manage a team and documenting staff supervision where you will ensure the companys policies, procedures and processes are implemented. In addition, you will be expected to work closely with other professionals both internally and externally.
About us
At Making Space we are a team that are driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.
Our values of Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready are at the core of everything we do.
Our focus onKind Heartsis about generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging. We believe that every person deserves to feel like they are a valued and respected.
Tailor makingis about nurturing unique relationships to make every day count. We understand that every persons needs circumstances are different, so we strive to provide customised support and assistance to ensure all those in our care are able to live their best lives.
Dreaming Bigis about harnessing imagination to generate confidence in ourselves and others to take the first step. We believe that anything is possible when we set our minds to it and we are 100% dedicated to helping others believe in themselves too.
Having Courageis about committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places. We believe that our team at Making Space really do make a real change to those we serve and we must be willing to take risks and be bold in our decision making.
Being readyis about responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together. We know too well that life can be unpredictable but by working together and being prepared we can overcome any obstacles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To act as a named nurse to patients ensuring the philosophy of person centred planning is central to the process in order to ensure rehabilitation, recovery and social inclusion whilst developing supportive and empathic relationships with patients and carers and to implement the CPA process ensuring that patients have a minimum of one CPA every 6 months.
2. To manage a team of employees ensuring that the Companys people management policies, procedures and processes are implemented and provide a professional, efficient and effective handover to all team members.
3. To participate in the setting, monitoring and evaluation of standards of care and clinical audit and contribute to the clinical governance processes.
4. To adhere to current statutory responsibilities including the NMC Professional Code of Conduct, National Service Frameworks, national standards (NMS for Independent Healthcare Establishments), General Social Care Council Code of Professional Conduct for Social Care Workers, good practice guidance (e.g. Nice clinical guidance), and clinical governance arrangements, in order to ensure an environment in which clinical practice flourishes.
5. To ensure that each patient has an individualised, multi professional, care plan prepared under the direction of the Responsible Medical Officer and/or care co-ordinator, which provides for both the long-term and immediate needs of the patient, and which includes a specific programme of therapeutic activities, within the clinical area and to assess, plan and implement and evaluate individual programmes of care.
6. To work in partnership with the people we support, carers, staff and other organisations in order to plan, develop, and deliver effective integrated services which deliver best outcomes for patients and carers and participate in the training of staff and others where appropriate.
7. To attend all nominated training mandatory or otherwise and complete e learning as required. To participate in the training of staff, students and others where appropriate.
8. To ensure that the Care Programme Approach includes assessment of carers` needs and the planning and development of a carers care plan when appropriate.
9. To ensure that team members undertake an integrated assessment, planning and review approach with service users, by using the appropriate tools for example using the Recovery Star and where necessary arrange for more specialist support.
10. To ensure the ongoing safety of the people we support by reporting/actioning concerns through Local Authority Safeguarding Policies or the organisations whistle blowing policy
11. To adhere to and take responsibility for statutory responsibilities and Making Spaces policies and procedures, for example Health and Safety at Work act 1974, Mental Health Act amended 2007, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Care Standards Act 2014
12. To demonstrate responsibility and leadership for promoting and championing all aspects of equal opportunities by valuing diversity in all areas of work.
13. To undertake any other duties in order to meet personal, team and organisational objectives following consultation with your manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To act as a named nurse to patients ensuring the philosophy of person centred planning is central to the process in order to ensure rehabilitation, recovery and social inclusion whilst developing supportive and empathic relationships with patients and carers and to implement the CPA process ensuring that patients have a minimum of one CPA every 6 months.
2. To manage a team of employees ensuring that the Companys people management policies, procedures and processes are implemented and provide a professional, efficient and effective handover to all team members.
3. To participate in the setting, monitoring and evaluation of standards of care and clinical audit and contribute to the clinical governance processes.
4. To adhere to current statutory responsibilities including the NMC Professional Code of Conduct, National Service Frameworks, national standards (NMS for Independent Healthcare Establishments), General Social Care Council Code of Professional Conduct for Social Care Workers, good practice guidance (e.g. Nice clinical guidance), and clinical governance arrangements, in order to ensure an environment in which clinical practice flourishes.
5. To ensure that each patient has an individualised, multi professional, care plan prepared under the direction of the Responsible Medical Officer and/or care co-ordinator, which provides for both the long-term and immediate needs of the patient, and which includes a specific programme of therapeutic activities, within the clinical area and to assess, plan and implement and evaluate individual programmes of care.
6. To work in partnership with the people we support, carers, staff and other organisations in order to plan, develop, and deliver effective integrated services which deliver best outcomes for patients and carers and participate in the training of staff and others where appropriate.
7. To attend all nominated training mandatory or otherwise and complete e learning as required. To participate in the training of staff, students and others where appropriate.
8. To ensure that the Care Programme Approach includes assessment of carers` needs and the planning and development of a carers care plan when appropriate.
9. To ensure that team members undertake an integrated assessment, planning and review approach with service users, by using the appropriate tools for example using the Recovery Star and where necessary arrange for more specialist support.
10. To ensure the ongoing safety of the people we support by reporting/actioning concerns through Local Authority Safeguarding Policies or the organisations whistle blowing policy
11. To adhere to and take responsibility for statutory responsibilities and Making Spaces policies and procedures, for example Health and Safety at Work act 1974, Mental Health Act amended 2007, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Care Standards Act 2014
12. To demonstrate responsibility and leadership for promoting and championing all aspects of equal opportunities by valuing diversity in all areas of work.
13. To undertake any other duties in order to meet personal, team and organisational objectives following consultation with your manager.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct Ability to communicate effectively to develop and maintain constructive relationships with service users, carers and professionals from other agencies and share information appropriately Understanding of how to develop and deliver a person centred approach and an ability to assess, plan and review an individuals needs To demonstrate creativity and original thinking, whilst developing practical solutions to problems Ability to manage conflicting priorities and ones own time with a minimum of supervision An ability to communicate effectively both orally and in the written form Understanding of relevant legislation, strategies and policies when working with service users and carers and advising colleagues appropriately An understanding of legislation including the Mental Capacity Act 2005; the National Minimum Standards for Independent Healthcare establishments; and the Private and Voluntary Healthcare regulations. Demonstrate a commitment to respecting and valuing service users perspectives and choices Motivated to work towards creating a safe, open and trusting environment Awareness of the issues around working with vulnerable adults and the boundaries of professional relationships
Desirable
- An awareness and understanding of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse and active on NMC Register Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within the field of adult mental health rehabilitation. Experience of effective patient rehabilitation and facilitation of therapeutic programmes/environment Experience of planning, monitoring, auditing and evaluating work to meet objectives Development of socially inclusive care plans, which promote independence and recovery. Experience of using information technology for a range of different purposes
Desirable
- Experience of supervising staff, including Clinical Supervision
Work Circumstances
Essential
- Being prepared to work flexibly to meet the needs of customers and the organisation
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct Ability to communicate effectively to develop and maintain constructive relationships with service users, carers and professionals from other agencies and share information appropriately Understanding of how to develop and deliver a person centred approach and an ability to assess, plan and review an individuals needs To demonstrate creativity and original thinking, whilst developing practical solutions to problems Ability to manage conflicting priorities and ones own time with a minimum of supervision An ability to communicate effectively both orally and in the written form Understanding of relevant legislation, strategies and policies when working with service users and carers and advising colleagues appropriately An understanding of legislation including the Mental Capacity Act 2005; the National Minimum Standards for Independent Healthcare establishments; and the Private and Voluntary Healthcare regulations. Demonstrate a commitment to respecting and valuing service users perspectives and choices Motivated to work towards creating a safe, open and trusting environment Awareness of the issues around working with vulnerable adults and the boundaries of professional relationships
Desirable
- An awareness and understanding of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse and active on NMC Register Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within the field of adult mental health rehabilitation. Experience of effective patient rehabilitation and facilitation of therapeutic programmes/environment Experience of planning, monitoring, auditing and evaluating work to meet objectives Development of socially inclusive care plans, which promote independence and recovery. Experience of using information technology for a range of different purposes
Desirable
- Experience of supervising staff, including Clinical Supervision
Work Circumstances
Essential
- Being prepared to work flexibly to meet the needs of customers and the organisation
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).
