Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced registered mental health nurse who is enthusiastic, compassionate and caring to join the acute wards in Hammersmith and Fulham Mental Health Unit as a Clinical Team Leader.
The Acute inpatient wards provide a safe and therapeutic environment for mental health patients that have either been detained under of the Mental Health Act or have agreed to be admitted on a voluntary basis. The core aim of the service is to provide a safe environment where patients will receive mental health care, that uses the principles of Trauma informed Care and applying the least restrictive principles possible in a safe and therapeutic environment.
Working with this client group can be challenging and requires a clinician who is able to employ reflection and can frame their understanding using an evidence base to enhance their own and the wider team's knowledge and skills.
You will receive monthly supervision to support your development and practice from the ward manager and unit Matron. You will gain experience of managing and coordinating a diverse team and an understanding of how the key performance indicators interact with the provision of care on the ward. This is an opportunity for you to broaden your skills in regards to operational policy and enhancing your professional experience
X1 Permanent position and X1 6 Months Acting Up Posts Available
Main duties of the job
Complete assessments of the patients and provide feedback to the MDT on the progress of the patient and make recommendations for further interventions
To accept section paperwork from police/AMHP and ensure all information is accurately correct.
To provide nursing care to clients including physical assessments and interventions, mental health assessments and interventions, risk assessments and appropriate management plans for any overt risks identified
To gather collateral information on clients from GP, community teams, liaise with other trusts (SPA/CATT/CMHT), family and friends if possible.
To provide accurate and comprehensive handover of patients' attendance presentation on a daily basis.
To complete all necessary documentation on the patient's progress and plans for the patients care whilst on the ward including risk assessments, care plans and any assessment documentation
To take a thorough and detailed handover on a shift by shift basis, ensuring all correct process and tasks have been completed or handed over.
Ensure all necessary polices and protocols are followed.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse providers of mental health, community and social care in the UK.
Our 3,982 staff care for people in hospital and in the community, helping them to recover and go on to lead full and productive lives. We aim to be the best organisation of our kind in the country.
We provide care and treatment for more than 800,000 people living in the London boroughs of Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham and Hounslow, delivering services in the community (at home, in GP surgeries and care homes), hospital, specialist clinics and forensic (secure) units.
We'rerated good overall by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Together, we're committed to promoting hope and wellbeing, working with patients, service users, carers, families and partners across the communities we serve.
We are keen to ensure that our workforce reflects the community it serves, particularly in terms of ethnicity, gender, disability, LGBTQ+ and experience of mental illness.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Clinical Team Leader will lead others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practice; with particular reference to the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programs of care. They will also assist in leading and monitoring the performance and work of nursing staff; supervising the work of Staff Nurses, HCAs and student nurses. The Clinical Team Leader will deputies for the Clinical Ward Manager in their absence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Clinical Team Leader will lead others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practice; with particular reference to the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programs of care. They will also assist in leading and monitoring the performance and work of nursing staff; supervising the work of Staff Nurses, HCAs and student nurses. The Clinical Team Leader will deputies for the Clinical Ward Manager in their absence.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Nurse
- Registered on the NMC Register
- PMVA Trained
Desirable
- Relevant post registration course
- 1ST Aid, CPRT, Handling and Lifting Training etc.
- Counselling training
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 18 months in Mental Health
- Crisis intervention assessment
- Working experience of using the CPA/Supervision Register
- Evidence of ward management experience
- Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment and of involving users and carers, ensuring that nursing practice is culturally sensitive.
Desirable
- Managing change
- Managing challenging behaviour
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical governance and a commitment to clinical supervision
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
- Knowledge of the CPA process
- Knowledge of Rehab Strategies and intervention
- Understanding of risk management and health and safety awareness
Desirable
- Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS
- Awareness of the NSH Plan
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Nurse
- Registered on the NMC Register
- PMVA Trained
Desirable
- Relevant post registration course
- 1ST Aid, CPRT, Handling and Lifting Training etc.
- Counselling training
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 18 months in Mental Health
- Crisis intervention assessment
- Working experience of using the CPA/Supervision Register
- Evidence of ward management experience
- Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment and of involving users and carers, ensuring that nursing practice is culturally sensitive.
Desirable
- Managing change
- Managing challenging behaviour
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical governance and a commitment to clinical supervision
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
- Knowledge of the CPA process
- Knowledge of Rehab Strategies and intervention
- Understanding of risk management and health and safety awareness
Desirable
- Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS
- Awareness of the NSH Plan
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
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).
