Job summary
A rare and exciting opportunity for a band 6 community nurse has arisen. We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated nurse to join our dynamic multi- disciplinary service.
The post would suit an experienced nurse seeking a new challenge or a newly qualified nurse as a developmental role.
The successful applicant will be joining an innovative team of nurses providing high quality heath interventions as part of the wider forward thinking, diverse multi-disciplinary team, working collaboratively with nurses and other professional clinicians as well as multiple agencies.
You will be able to demonstrate that you are able to apply your nursing skills to a wide range of situations, working with a range of adults with a learning disability living within the community. You will be responsible for managing a caseload across the geographical area of East Surrey, working closely with other agencies as well as members of the multi-disciplinary team.
There is an emphasis on the importance of clinical supervision and continued professional development, which we regard as a vital part of the delivery of care. You will be part of an innovative and dynamic team which utilises an evidence-based perspective. We will support and encourage you to develop specialist experience and expertise as appropriate
Main duties of the job
- To provide specialist health support, advice and guidance to individuals, families and carers.
- To provide specialist support as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To complete specialist health assessments as clinically indicated.
- To participate in referral meeting, team meetings and wider MDT meetings.
- To contribute to team and service development.
- To carry an individual caseload.
- To keep up-to-date with research and development in your fields of practice.
- To attend training relevant to the role.
- To maintain NMC registration and remain up-to-date with research and development in learning disability nursing practice.
- To complete individual risk assessments under supervision and to put a safety plan in place if needed.
- To communicate with and support social workers, care providers and other agencies and services.
- To supervise and assess student nurses on placement with the team.
About us
We are a major provider of mental health, learning disability and community healthcare services for people of all ages in the Black Country.
We provide:
- Mental health services to people of all ages in the Black Country area Sandwell.
- Specialist learning disability services in Walsall, Sandwell, Wolverhampton and Dudley
There are over 3000 staff working in our Trust. Our workforce carries out a wide range of roles, working together to provide integrated care and support to all those using our services. Examples of roles in the Trust include:
- Nurses (Mental Health and Learning Disabilities)
- Psychiatrists
- Healthcare support workers
- Health visitors
- School nurses
- Occupational therapists
- Speech and language therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Psychological professionals
Support corporate staff roles include:
- Administration
- Human resources
- Clinical Governance
- Finance
- Management Roles
As a public body, we are accountable to the people we serve. The Trust Board is responsible for determining the strategy and overall direction of the Trust in an open, honest, and transparent manner.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To practice within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
- To be professionally accountable for the effective and efficient management of own caseload, taking into account the need to combine ones own responsibilities and those of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To be responsible for the setting of the highest standards of care within the resources available and to review and monitor these on a continuous basis through the process of audit, including case review, on-going supervision, and appraisals of self /others where relevant.
- To lead and encourage a positive approach to health education and health promotion.
- Offer consultancy and specialist input to a range of other professionals and agencies in relation to clients with complex needs over a range of complex situations, which will include complex healthcare needs and personal relationships.
- To be actively and regularly involved in working parties/forums where policy and service changes are proposed that will have an impact on other disciplines, departments and agencies, this will include primary, secondary and tertiary caring services.
- To participate in ensuring that accommodation, equipment and consumable goods are efficiently and effectively requisitioned, safely used, disposed and replaced.
- To participate in the investigation of complaints, concerns or incidents related to nursing services in accordance with the level of experience; and encourage comments and suggestions on improving the quality of the service in liaison with the person who has continuing responsibility.
- To be actively involved in the recruitment and selection of staff in conjunction with the person who has continuing responsibility in liaison with the Team Manager/Service Manager.
- Advice and influence local and regional policy, strategy and operational practice in relation to health needs of people with learning disabilities.
- To undertake generic and/or Health and Safety risk assessments as appropriate, and report findings to the Team Manager/Professional Leads and be involved in adverse incident reporting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To practice within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
- To be professionally accountable for the effective and efficient management of own caseload, taking into account the need to combine ones own responsibilities and those of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To be responsible for the setting of the highest standards of care within the resources available and to review and monitor these on a continuous basis through the process of audit, including case review, on-going supervision, and appraisals of self /others where relevant.
- To lead and encourage a positive approach to health education and health promotion.
- Offer consultancy and specialist input to a range of other professionals and agencies in relation to clients with complex needs over a range of complex situations, which will include complex healthcare needs and personal relationships.
- To be actively and regularly involved in working parties/forums where policy and service changes are proposed that will have an impact on other disciplines, departments and agencies, this will include primary, secondary and tertiary caring services.
- To participate in ensuring that accommodation, equipment and consumable goods are efficiently and effectively requisitioned, safely used, disposed and replaced.
- To participate in the investigation of complaints, concerns or incidents related to nursing services in accordance with the level of experience; and encourage comments and suggestions on improving the quality of the service in liaison with the person who has continuing responsibility.
- To be actively involved in the recruitment and selection of staff in conjunction with the person who has continuing responsibility in liaison with the Team Manager/Service Manager.
- Advice and influence local and regional policy, strategy and operational practice in relation to health needs of people with learning disabilities.
- To undertake generic and/or Health and Safety risk assessments as appropriate, and report findings to the Team Manager/Professional Leads and be involved in adverse incident reporting.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Learning Disability NMC Registered RNLD
- Evidence of continued profession development
Desirable
- Other qualification which is relevant to the role
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working in a Community Learning Disability Team
- Evidence of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of supporting people with learning disabilities in accessing mainstream services
- Experience of working with other agencies
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of evidence based best practice within learning disabilities
- Understanding the responsibilities of a registered nurse according to NMC advisory codes
- Knowledge of current legislation and policies which effect people with learning disabilities
Desirable
- Knowledge of MCA, DoLS and MHA
Skills / Personal Qualities
Essential
- Highly developed learning disabilities nursing skills
- High standard of verbal communication skills
- High standard of written communication
- Evidence of challenging others in ensuring people with learning disabilities receive equitable services.
- Evidence of using reflective practice
- Good IT skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Independent means of transport
Desirable
- Evidence of providing training
- Hold full UK drivers licence and have access to a car which can be used for work purposes.
Trust Behaviours
Essential
- Be compassionate, empathetic and caring to everyone
- Enable yourself and others to act with confidence and authority in order to achieve the best outcome for everyone
- Work with others. Be inclusive by understanding and valuing others to achieve the best results for everyone and everything we do
- Act with transparency and honesty; respect and value others to do the right thing at the right time for everyone.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Learning Disability NMC Registered RNLD
- Evidence of continued profession development
Desirable
- Other qualification which is relevant to the role
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working in a Community Learning Disability Team
- Evidence of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of supporting people with learning disabilities in accessing mainstream services
- Experience of working with other agencies
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of evidence based best practice within learning disabilities
- Understanding the responsibilities of a registered nurse according to NMC advisory codes
- Knowledge of current legislation and policies which effect people with learning disabilities
Desirable
- Knowledge of MCA, DoLS and MHA
Skills / Personal Qualities
Essential
- Highly developed learning disabilities nursing skills
- High standard of verbal communication skills
- High standard of written communication
- Evidence of challenging others in ensuring people with learning disabilities receive equitable services.
- Evidence of using reflective practice
- Good IT skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Independent means of transport
Desirable
- Evidence of providing training
- Hold full UK drivers licence and have access to a car which can be used for work purposes.
Trust Behaviours
Essential
- Be compassionate, empathetic and caring to everyone
- Enable yourself and others to act with confidence and authority in order to achieve the best outcome for everyone
- Work with others. Be inclusive by understanding and valuing others to achieve the best results for everyone and everything we do
- Act with transparency and honesty; respect and value others to do the right thing at the right time for everyone.
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).
