Job summary
We are looking for a self-motivated and dedicated nurse to join our experienced multi-professional service team. The Richmond SPA is part of the Trust's Community Adult Service Line, which aims to receive, triage, and assess referrals from GPs, external providers, and self-referrers.
The service are the primary point of access for referrals relating severe mental health illness needs between the ages of 18 - 75. The teams consist of a multitude of differing professions inclusive of nursing, Medical, OT and Social Work to deliver initial triage and assessment reviews and determine the appropriate treatment pathway streams for patients to engage with.
The services are presently undergoing transformation in accordance with the NHS Long Term Plan (2019) and actively reviewing process and operational policy to deliver upon the guidance in accordance with the long-term strategy.
Applicants applying for the role need to be qualified and committed to providing responsive and high-quality clinical services, in addition to being actively involved with changes to service delivery.
We invite applications from dedicated and compassionate professionals, including nurses, social workers, and occupational therapists, to join our team and contribute to the positive impact we make in healthcare.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for an assigned caseload of pending referrals and the provision of high-quality care for patients referred to you within the service. You will support patients via actions of triage and assessment review and screen new referrals as part of the wider service duty system.
You will identify mental health needs with patients, carers, and referrers through information gathering and via the assessment process, with the use of evidence based/client centred principles. You will evaluate plans and interventions in conjunction with the wider multi-professional service, working closely and collaborating effectively with all agencies and partner organisations involved in the care of our patients.
You will be expected to hold a valid Mental Health Nursing qualification and adhere to the NMC standards. You will also be expected to maintain your registration through Re-validation and continuous professional development.You will be a Registered Nurse with experience of working ideally within community assessment, crisis and liaison services; possess good communication skills with the ability to lead, motivate and develop staff and manage difficult situations, and be able to apply healthy coping strategies to address stress and change.
You will also have a sound knowledge of clinical issues within mental health services, and you must have a valid UK driving license and access to your own car.
About us
We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.
We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services.
We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.
We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working autonomously within the parameters of the role leading and supporting junior staff and wider care team to implement the delivery of quality nursing care, contributing to the physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual care in a recovery-focused way through therapeutic engagement and activities, and taking steps to address any issues that arise.
Leading and supporting/teaching junior staff on risk assessment and risk management that involves making decisions based on knowledge of the research evidence, knowledge of the individual service user and their socialcontext, knowledge of the service users own experience and clinical judgment.
Advocating for service users needs and rights within Trust policy. Encouraging and empowering service users to have an optimum level of responsibility for their individual programme of care.
Demonstrating an enhanced understanding of Mental Health signs and symptoms and an understanding of how these may present in practice including recognition of impact on patient presentation and behaviour including risk factors. Supporting and teaching junior staff to develop understanding of mental health signs and symptoms and develop appropriate responses to these in practice.
Recognising and responding appropriately to challenging behaviour in line with Trust policies and training. Leading and coordinating junior staff and the wider care team in the management of difficult situations and de-escalation anddeveloping resilience and strategies to manage, including on leading staff and patient de-briefing sessions.
Demonstrating a depth of knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty and other legislation applicable to the practice area and how they are implemented in practice ensuring adherence to legislation at all times. Teaching junior staff to understand the legal frameworks that support their practice.
Contributing to an effective communication process with appropriate and accurate information to patients, carers, family, friends and colleagues. Engaging and listening carefully and actively, and responding using appropriatelanguage and accessible communication methods and skills. Developing communication skills to enable and support difficult conversations, acknowledging cultural differences and professional boundaries.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working autonomously within the parameters of the role leading and supporting junior staff and wider care team to implement the delivery of quality nursing care, contributing to the physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual care in a recovery-focused way through therapeutic engagement and activities, and taking steps to address any issues that arise.
Leading and supporting/teaching junior staff on risk assessment and risk management that involves making decisions based on knowledge of the research evidence, knowledge of the individual service user and their socialcontext, knowledge of the service users own experience and clinical judgment.
Advocating for service users needs and rights within Trust policy. Encouraging and empowering service users to have an optimum level of responsibility for their individual programme of care.
Demonstrating an enhanced understanding of Mental Health signs and symptoms and an understanding of how these may present in practice including recognition of impact on patient presentation and behaviour including risk factors. Supporting and teaching junior staff to develop understanding of mental health signs and symptoms and develop appropriate responses to these in practice.
Recognising and responding appropriately to challenging behaviour in line with Trust policies and training. Leading and coordinating junior staff and the wider care team in the management of difficult situations and de-escalation anddeveloping resilience and strategies to manage, including on leading staff and patient de-briefing sessions.
Demonstrating a depth of knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty and other legislation applicable to the practice area and how they are implemented in practice ensuring adherence to legislation at all times. Teaching junior staff to understand the legal frameworks that support their practice.
Contributing to an effective communication process with appropriate and accurate information to patients, carers, family, friends and colleagues. Engaging and listening carefully and actively, and responding using appropriatelanguage and accessible communication methods and skills. Developing communication skills to enable and support difficult conversations, acknowledging cultural differences and professional boundaries.
Person Specification
TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- RMN, social worker or occupational therapist with current relevant registration
- Practice Assessor qualification
Desirable
- Diploma/BSC in Community Nursing
- Evidence of post registration training related to the provision of relevant psychosocial interventions
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working with people who experience serious ongoing mental health problems in a variety of settings
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of assessing and managing crisis with those with a severe mental illness
- Experience of providing thorough baseline mental health assessments and case formulation based on these
- Experience of working in crisis teams/Recovery & Support Teams
Desirable
- Experience of working in community nursing
- Experience of working in a CMHT or other community health setting
- Experience of contributing to policy and procedure development and implementation
- Experience of managing and supervising other staf
- Experience of recruitment and selection of staff
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Skills in assessment, care planning and case management
- Ability to assess clinical situations quickly and use initiative.
- Ability to apply information from research to practice.
- Knowledge of counselling skills, cognitive skills, behavioral skills
- Knowledge of our business and how to use IT support in patient care.
- Knowledge of pyscho-social interventions
- Good time management skills and ability to prioritise.
Desirable
- Skills in CBT, Coaching & family work
- Research and audit skills
- Group facilitation skills
- Report writing skills
Person Specification
TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- RMN, social worker or occupational therapist with current relevant registration
- Practice Assessor qualification
Desirable
- Diploma/BSC in Community Nursing
- Evidence of post registration training related to the provision of relevant psychosocial interventions
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working with people who experience serious ongoing mental health problems in a variety of settings
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of assessing and managing crisis with those with a severe mental illness
- Experience of providing thorough baseline mental health assessments and case formulation based on these
- Experience of working in crisis teams/Recovery & Support Teams
Desirable
- Experience of working in community nursing
- Experience of working in a CMHT or other community health setting
- Experience of contributing to policy and procedure development and implementation
- Experience of managing and supervising other staf
- Experience of recruitment and selection of staff
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Skills in assessment, care planning and case management
- Ability to assess clinical situations quickly and use initiative.
- Ability to apply information from research to practice.
- Knowledge of counselling skills, cognitive skills, behavioral skills
- Knowledge of our business and how to use IT support in patient care.
- Knowledge of pyscho-social interventions
- Good time management skills and ability to prioritise.
Desirable
- Skills in CBT, Coaching & family work
- Research and audit skills
- Group facilitation skills
- Report writing skills
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).
