Job summary
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Band 5 Community Nurse to work within the North Tyneside Recovery Partnership (NTRP) within a newly developed Older Person's pathway.
NTRP is a dedicated service for anyone in North Tyneside, who is experiencing problems with drugs and/or alcohol. The service does not have any age restrictions therefore is able to provide support to those of all ages. We believe recovery from addiction and substance misuse is possible for everyone, and we're here to help you achieve it. Our aim is to make recovery a reality in North Tyneside - whether you're dealing with problematic drug and/or alcohol use or helping support others that are
The team have strong links with a number of services both within CNTW and externally and strive to work collaboratively to deliver high quality care.
Main duties of the job
To support embedding the new Older Person's pathway
There will be an expectation of an outreach support where appropriate to support the older person whether this be in their home setting, a community base, care home etc.
The role entails working with those affected by substance and alcohol misuse providing safe and effective interventions, harm reduction advice, and use of psycho social interventions to support service users to consider and achieve recovery.
To deliver evidenced based clinical and psychologically based Interventions, with appropriate Training and supervision and as directed by Pathway Clinical Lead and Supervisor. This will include those tailored to Addiction needs, older persons and co-morbidity.
Provide specialist clinical advice to Service Users/Carers, staff, statutory agencies, 3rd sector partner agencies and the public.
To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.
To incorporate a client centred philosophy into nursing practice and client centred collaborative care.
In collaboration with the Service User and Carer where appropriate, develop Recovery and Wellbeing focused Care Plans, ensuring regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt Care Plan as necessary.
The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team ensuring that high quality, individualised care is delivered and that this promotes Recovery and Wellbeing and maximises Independence.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note to apply for this role you must have the right to work in the UK. CNTW NHS Foundation Trust will not provide sponsorship for this role.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date: 15th February 2024
Closing date: 3rd March 2024
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note to apply for this role you must have the right to work in the UK. CNTW NHS Foundation Trust will not provide sponsorship for this role.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date: 15th February 2024
Closing date: 3rd March 2024
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- First Level Registration RMN/RNMH/RNLD Qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- 12 months post registration experience, and completed preceptorship
- Provide evidence based therapeutic interventions
- Experience of working with service users with complex needs
- Experience of working with service users and carers in successful delivery of treatment plans
Desirable
- Knowledge or experience of working with substance/alcohol misuse
- Previous experience within a community setting
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to use IT system Comprehensive continuous assessment of skills Risk Assessment skills. Risk Management and Safety Planning skills. Ability to establish a rapport and demonstrate engagement skills with service users NTW/GenericPCP/NJ/1530 Adaptability, flexibility, good communication skills and a commitment to multi-agency team work Time Management skills and ability to prioritise work load Provide evidence based therapeutic interventions.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Must be able to meet the mobility requirements of the post.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- First Level Registration RMN/RNMH/RNLD Qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- 12 months post registration experience, and completed preceptorship
- Provide evidence based therapeutic interventions
- Experience of working with service users with complex needs
- Experience of working with service users and carers in successful delivery of treatment plans
Desirable
- Knowledge or experience of working with substance/alcohol misuse
- Previous experience within a community setting
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to use IT system Comprehensive continuous assessment of skills Risk Assessment skills. Risk Management and Safety Planning skills. Ability to establish a rapport and demonstrate engagement skills with service users NTW/GenericPCP/NJ/1530 Adaptability, flexibility, good communication skills and a commitment to multi-agency team work Time Management skills and ability to prioritise work load Provide evidence based therapeutic interventions.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Must be able to meet the mobility requirements of the post.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Tyneside Recovery Partnership
2nd Floor Wallsend Customer First Centre, 16 The Forum
Wallsend
NE28 8JR
Employer's website
https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
