Job summary
We have an exciting role for a Band 5 RMN on our Acute Adult Admission ward which is located on the Chase Farm Hospital Site in Enfield. Are you a dynamic, forward thinking Nurse, If the answer is yes to this then this could be the role for you. You must be able to demonstrate commitment and passion for Acute adult's mental health care and have the drive and ambition to provide safe, quality and patient centred care to our service users, families and their carers. The post holder will work closely with the team approach within a friendly team.
Main duties of the job
- To participate as an effective member of the MDT and be responsible for the development and facilitation of a patient centred approach to care: assessing, developing, implementing and evaluating the care needs of patients and their carers (supported by a preceptor as appropriate)
- To ensure that statutory and legal requirements of care are incorporated safely within each patient's programme of care.
- To observe the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 ensuring the patient is fully informed of their legal position and their rights under the Act.
- To interpret the significance of clinical observations, act upon them, makeavailable information to senior nurses and medical staff.
- To determine nursing priorities and plan patient care accordingly including full risk assessment, inform the Nurse in Charge when changes in circumstances may affect standards of care.
- To meet the physical, psychological, social and cultural needs of the individual and their family, using research based knowledge and skills to maintain the individual's identity.
- To recognise the needs of the family/carers, ensuring their involvement in care where appropriate whilst offering support and education with empathy.
- To ensure that due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients.
- To ensure that measurable high standards of nursing care are maintained and participate in the setting and review of standards.
About us
Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust provides local, regional and national award-winning healthcare services. We have more than 3.300 staff working out of 20 main sites serving a population of 1.2 million people.We provide community health services and mental health services for young people, adults and older people. Our North London Forensic Service treats and cares for people in the criminal justice system who have mental health conditions. We also provide one of the largest eating disorders services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services.
We are an organisation that is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion; one that prides itself in developing the leadership capabilities of its employees, looking after their health and wellbeing, creating safe spaces for staff to speak up and providing opportunities to mentor and be mentored.Our employees are the reason for delivering Good CQC ratings, excellent outcomes and outstanding patient experiences, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where youcan thrive and succeed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care supported through a robust preceptorship or personal and professional development programme linked to the Trusts implementation of the Knowledge and Skills
To co-ordinate the individuals assessment and subsequent care plan as agreed with the multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will adhere to Trust policies, Data Protection and Health and Safety.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care supported through a robust preceptorship or personal and professional development programme linked to the Trusts implementation of the Knowledge and Skills
To co-ordinate the individuals assessment and subsequent care plan as agreed with the multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will adhere to Trust policies, Data Protection and Health and Safety.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATION
Essential
- RMN or Enrolled Nurse (Mental Health)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of working within a mental health setting (as a student for newly qualified staff)
- Identify, initiate and manage effective practice in a patient centred way.
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Working knowledge of MHA 1983.
- Knowledge of implementing clinical Policies and Procedures.
- Knowledge of the principles of diversity to be applied to clinical and workplace practice in relationships with service users, their relatives and carers and colleagues
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the personal and clinical needs of individual service users, their relatives and carers.
- Ability to effectively run the ward as and when necessary.
- To make balanced judgements and decisions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATION
Essential
- RMN or Enrolled Nurse (Mental Health)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of working within a mental health setting (as a student for newly qualified staff)
- Identify, initiate and manage effective practice in a patient centred way.
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Working knowledge of MHA 1983.
- Knowledge of implementing clinical Policies and Procedures.
- Knowledge of the principles of diversity to be applied to clinical and workplace practice in relationships with service users, their relatives and carers and colleagues
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the personal and clinical needs of individual service users, their relatives and carers.
- Ability to effectively run the ward as and when necessary.
- To make balanced judgements and decisions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
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
Barnet, Enfield & Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust
Address
Chase Farm Building, Chase Farm hospital,
127 The Ridgeway, Enfield
Enfield
EN2 8JL
Employer's website
http://www.beh-mht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
