Job summary
We currently have opportunities to join the Nursing Bank within Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) in Watford as a Community Psychiatric Nurse
All roles on the bank are for as and when workers and therefore in particular may suit those already working part-time, with other commitments, or who want to work on a short-term basis.
As a staff member you are representatives of Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) and play a vital role in fostering positive relationships and communication between the Mental Health Trust and not only the service users and their carers and relatives, but also other agencies, charities and providers.
Main duties of the job
Job Summary:The post holder is required to take responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards of care and management of a defined caseload, including liaison with other agencies and, where appropriate, the supervision, development and teaching of staff and/or students. The post holder will act as care co-ordinator to a case load of service users, ensuring the care plan is met at all times. To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.As a staff member you are representatives of Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) and play a vital role in fostering positive relationships and communication between the Mental Health Trust and not only the service users and their carers and relatives, but also other agencies, charities and providers.All staff should comply with the Trust's Anti-Discriminatory Statement, Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Equality and Diversity.
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About us
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) is an exceptional organisation with big ambitions, our aim is to be the leading provider of mental health and specialist learning disability services in the country
With a workforce of c. 3,000 and an annual income of c. £200m, the Trust is organised across three Strategic Business Units and provides integrated health and social care services through a large network of community and inpatient settings, serving diverse communities across Hertfordshire, Norfolk,
North Essex and Buckinghamshire. As a university trust, HPFT continues to develop strong links with the University of Hertfordshire providing excellent learning and development opportunities, as well as strengthening our clinical research capability.
Whilst it is a challenging period for the NHS, there has never been a more exciting time to join HPFT following our CQC rating of Outstanding awarded to us in April 2019. We are on our "Good to Great" journey as we continue to innovate, improve, transform and ultimately deliver the very highest standards of care to the service users and communities that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:The post holder will: Be responsible for the full assessment of care needs and risk assessment of service users presenting with a wide variety of clinical conditions. Following this the post holder will be responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, without direct supervision (though clinical supervision is implemented as per policy to support you). To be named care coordinator, and act accordingly when applying care. To manage one self in a professional manner, responding to requests, enquiries etc in a timely fashion. To respond to any crisis that a service user may advise of, with the aim of promoting independent living in the community Work with the philosophy to support service users to remain in their own home. Administer and/ or supervise medications as required. To have a sound knowledge of medications and their desired and undesired effects, Be required to provide education, advise and guidance to service users and their carers and families. Provide a range of clinical interventions and treatments appropriate to the individuals needs. Participate fully in providing quality care in line with local and national guidelines. Act as a role model in providing a service for people with mental health problems. Participate in audit/research projects associated with the service. Be required to challenge practice that compromises or challenges high quality care to older people To advise Team Manager of any resource short falls. To partake in continuing professional development that will also benefit the development and quality of the service. Remain updated with local and national guidelines and policies. Partake in home visits with other professionals such as Consultant Psychiatrist, Specialty Doctors, Social Workers etc Partake in clinical and management supervision
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:The post holder will: Be responsible for the full assessment of care needs and risk assessment of service users presenting with a wide variety of clinical conditions. Following this the post holder will be responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, without direct supervision (though clinical supervision is implemented as per policy to support you). To be named care coordinator, and act accordingly when applying care. To manage one self in a professional manner, responding to requests, enquiries etc in a timely fashion. To respond to any crisis that a service user may advise of, with the aim of promoting independent living in the community Work with the philosophy to support service users to remain in their own home. Administer and/ or supervise medications as required. To have a sound knowledge of medications and their desired and undesired effects, Be required to provide education, advise and guidance to service users and their carers and families. Provide a range of clinical interventions and treatments appropriate to the individuals needs. Participate fully in providing quality care in line with local and national guidelines. Act as a role model in providing a service for people with mental health problems. Participate in audit/research projects associated with the service. Be required to challenge practice that compromises or challenges high quality care to older people To advise Team Manager of any resource short falls. To partake in continuing professional development that will also benefit the development and quality of the service. Remain updated with local and national guidelines and policies. Partake in home visits with other professionals such as Consultant Psychiatrist, Specialty Doctors, Social Workers etc Partake in clinical and management supervision
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse.
Desirable
- AMHP (or willingness to undertake training)
AREAS OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
Essential
- A minimum of two years post registration experience, one of which within older people's mental health services
- Knowledge of legislation related to mental health and social care (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, National Service Framework, National Dementia Strategy, Care Programme Approach etc
Desirable
- Experience of: 1) ward based nursing 2) community based nursing 3) working with enduring mental health clients 4) working with older adults with mental health conditions
PHYSICAL SKILLS
Essential
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse.
Desirable
- AMHP (or willingness to undertake training)
AREAS OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
Essential
- A minimum of two years post registration experience, one of which within older people's mental health services
- Knowledge of legislation related to mental health and social care (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, National Service Framework, National Dementia Strategy, Care Programme Approach etc
Desirable
- Experience of: 1) ward based nursing 2) community based nursing 3) working with enduring mental health clients 4) working with older adults with mental health conditions
PHYSICAL SKILLS
Essential
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).
