Job summary
As a Clinical Security Liaison Nurse you will be working with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve improve patient care and health outcomes through the assurance of a safe and therapeutic environment. In addition to general (operational) security duties, specialist security advice and training will be provided. This role will be a direct link between all areas of the hospital, both clinical and non-clinical to influence physical, procedural, and relational security into embedded practices.
The post holder will support the intelligence team and control center personnel to provide a fully integrated security department, fulfilling all its roles and responsibilities whilst remaining compliant with the Trust and local Policies and Procedures.
The role will actively support the senior security management team to ensure and evidence compliance across a range of criteria to include the High Security Psychiatric Directions (2019).
Main duties of the job
Provide security advice and liaison to Clinical Directorates and the wider hospital, including immediate
response to emergency situations.
Provide quality training to all grades of staff and disciplines across a range of areas of expertise.
Provide expert advice on a Hospital wide basis.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
Be an integral participating member of the MDT.
Conduct audit and project work and transcend this to improvement in services.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job description
Job responsibilities
Essential
Professional qualification RMN, RNLD and significant post registration development
Maintain current registration with the NMC and adheres to the NMC Code and demonstrates CPD within their specialism
Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery
Relevant experience in clear clinical expertise in achieving quality care and positive patient experience
Experience of teaching and willingness to complete a Teaching Qualification if not already attained
Experienced team worker and ability to work within their own autonomy, effectively working in a secure environment and working within multi professional services
Thorough knowledge of National Healthcare agenda, legislation, and local agendas
Good understanding and application of least restrictive practices
In depth understanding and working knowledge of clinical governance
Excellent patient focused assessment skills
Expertise underpinning theory acquired through nursing qualification and by accredited training and experience with ability to provide skills, knowledge, and experience to nursing and security teams
Ability to manage under intense pressure when required
Research, analytical, investigatory, and reporting skills
Desirable
Demonstrate continued professional development to maintain professional registration
Experience within a Forensic Setting
Possess a working knowledge of The High Security Psychiatric Services (Arrangement for safety and security) Directions 2019.
Understanding of the Clinical Security Framework (CSF)
Detailed knowledge of day-to-day operational systems, policies, procedures, and infrastructure
Awareness of emergency planning/incident command systems
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Essential
Professional qualification RMN, RNLD and significant post registration development
Maintain current registration with the NMC and adheres to the NMC Code and demonstrates CPD within their specialism
Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery
Relevant experience in clear clinical expertise in achieving quality care and positive patient experience
Experience of teaching and willingness to complete a Teaching Qualification if not already attained
Experienced team worker and ability to work within their own autonomy, effectively working in a secure environment and working within multi professional services
Thorough knowledge of National Healthcare agenda, legislation, and local agendas
Good understanding and application of least restrictive practices
In depth understanding and working knowledge of clinical governance
Excellent patient focused assessment skills
Expertise underpinning theory acquired through nursing qualification and by accredited training and experience with ability to provide skills, knowledge, and experience to nursing and security teams
Ability to manage under intense pressure when required
Research, analytical, investigatory, and reporting skills
Desirable
Demonstrate continued professional development to maintain professional registration
Experience within a Forensic Setting
Possess a working knowledge of The High Security Psychiatric Services (Arrangement for safety and security) Directions 2019.
Understanding of the Clinical Security Framework (CSF)
Detailed knowledge of day-to-day operational systems, policies, procedures, and infrastructure
Awareness of emergency planning/incident command systems
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification RMN, RNLD and significant post registration development
- Maintain current registration with the NMC and adheres to the NMC Code and demonstrates CPD within their specialism
Desirable
- Demonstrate continued professional development to maintain professional registration
Training
Essential
- Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in clear clinical expertise in achieving quality care and positive patient experience
- Experience of teaching and willingness to complete a Teaching Qualification if not already attained
- Experienced team worker and ability to work within their own autonomy, effectively working in a secure environment and working within multi professional services
Desirable
- Experience within a Forensic Setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Thorough knowledge of National Healthcare agenda, legislation, and local agendas
- Good understanding and application of least restrictive practices
- In depth understanding and working knowledge of clinical governance
Desirable
- Possess a working knowledge of The High Security Psychiatric Services (Arrangement for safety and security) Directions 2019.
- Understanding of the Clinical Security Framework (CSF)
- Detailed knowledge of day-to-day operational systems, policies, procedures, and infrastructure
Skills
Essential
- Excellent patient focused assessment skills
- Expertise underpinning theory acquired through nursing qualification and by accredited training and experience with ability to provide skills, knowledge, and experience to nursing and security teams
- Ability to manage under intense pressure when required
- Research, analytical, investigatory, and reporting skills
Desirable
- Awareness of emergency planning/incident command systems
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Ability to occasionally work outside of core times to meet the needs of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification RMN, RNLD and significant post registration development
- Maintain current registration with the NMC and adheres to the NMC Code and demonstrates CPD within their specialism
Desirable
- Demonstrate continued professional development to maintain professional registration
Training
Essential
- Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in clear clinical expertise in achieving quality care and positive patient experience
- Experience of teaching and willingness to complete a Teaching Qualification if not already attained
- Experienced team worker and ability to work within their own autonomy, effectively working in a secure environment and working within multi professional services
Desirable
- Experience within a Forensic Setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Thorough knowledge of National Healthcare agenda, legislation, and local agendas
- Good understanding and application of least restrictive practices
- In depth understanding and working knowledge of clinical governance
Desirable
- Possess a working knowledge of The High Security Psychiatric Services (Arrangement for safety and security) Directions 2019.
- Understanding of the Clinical Security Framework (CSF)
- Detailed knowledge of day-to-day operational systems, policies, procedures, and infrastructure
Skills
Essential
- Excellent patient focused assessment skills
- Expertise underpinning theory acquired through nursing qualification and by accredited training and experience with ability to provide skills, knowledge, and experience to nursing and security teams
- Ability to manage under intense pressure when required
- Research, analytical, investigatory, and reporting skills
Desirable
- Awareness of emergency planning/incident command systems
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Ability to occasionally work outside of core times to meet the needs of the 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).
