Job summary
We are excited to offer this unique new band 6 role within our paediatric service to support with the care and management of children within our service presenting with mental health needs. You will work alongside a small team playing a crucial role in coordinating the appropriate care for these children and young people including;
Identifying children in need of psychiatric assessment and treatment, supporting and assisting paediatric nurses in the management of disruptive behaviour, emotional distress and somatisation as well as being a voice for the children and young people in hospital. You will be responsible for supporting the training and provision of RMN nurses to achieve the standards set by paediatric ICHT services.
Our teams have excellent inter-professional working relationships with services for children including critical care, emergency department, community nursing teams and the ambulatory care unit.At Imperial, you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people. You will be working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You will get an experience like no other and will fast-forward your career.
Main duties of the job
- To be a professional role model, leading and co-ordinating the management of children and young people (CYP) with mental health needs
- To liaise with the ward team to ensure the training and provision of RMN nurses achieve the standards set by paediatric ICHT services
- To provide advice and support to paediatric nurses and other MDT members on the management of children with mental health problems/ disabilities and long term health problems on the wards
- To identify children with combined paediatric, psychiatric illnesses and ensure that they receive appropriate treatment
- At all times ensure that the needs of the patient are placed at the centre of care delivery.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community.
Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We welcome discussions about flexible working and encourage a range of flexible working opportunities wherever we can.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- RSCN/RN Child RMN on live register
- Mentorship in Practice or equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development and short courses
- Level 3 safeguarding
Desirable
- Management course
- Child Mental Health course
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
- A comprehensive understanding of the Mental Health Act (1983), the Mental Health Code of Practice, the Mental Capacity Act (2005), and the CPA process.
- Specialist knowledge of Paediatric mental health problems and their relationship to physical disorders.
- A comprehensive understanding of the risk assessment process (including deliberate self-harm).
- Able to build constructive relationships using warmth and empathy to patients and families.
- Excellent communication skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 12 months at pay band 6 within the relevant speciality.
- Experience working in paediatric mental health role.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Experience of change management - positive change agent
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- RSCN/RN Child RMN on live register
- Mentorship in Practice or equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development and short courses
- Level 3 safeguarding
Desirable
- Management course
- Child Mental Health course
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
- A comprehensive understanding of the Mental Health Act (1983), the Mental Health Code of Practice, the Mental Capacity Act (2005), and the CPA process.
- Specialist knowledge of Paediatric mental health problems and their relationship to physical disorders.
- A comprehensive understanding of the risk assessment process (including deliberate self-harm).
- Able to build constructive relationships using warmth and empathy to patients and families.
- Excellent communication skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 12 months at pay band 6 within the relevant speciality.
- Experience working in paediatric mental health role.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Experience of change management - positive change agent
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).
