Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Neuromodulation Nurse - Part time

The closing date is 28 September 2025

Job summary

The Neuromodulation service seeks a hardworking, enthusiastic and genuine band 5 nurse to join a , dynamic and skilled, yet friendly nursing team in a part time role to work in an accredited Neuromodulation Service (Electro-convulsive Therapy (ECT) & Transcranial Magnetic stimulation (TMS) service based at Kingfisher Court mental health unit in Radlett

Skills and experience in a similar a similar healthcare setting would be an advantage, however you will be provided training to develop your skills in ECT and TMS and make a difference to people suffering mental illness who require assessment and treatment. Good IT skills are essential aspect to the role. The service hours are currently on Monday - Friday 7.30 - 15.30. The successful candidate will be required to work 12 hrs 40 mins per week (across 3 shifts) and have the opportunity to join the Bank Bureau and work on the wards and departments within the trust.

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role due to the part time hours.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will attend training inhouse and external and acquire the skills and experience to work flexibly across all areas of the Neuromodulation service. Support the patient throughout the ECT or TMS care and treatment pathway from assessment to treatment and monitoring. Ensuring that referrals are discussed at the MDT meetings and the patient is support in the most appropriate treatment pathway. Ensure the practice in the ECT and TMS services meets the accepted quality and safety standards in accordance with national and local guidelines. Understanding the ECTAS accreditation standards, and provide a consistent approach to care and treatment for all referred patients. To ensure safe clinical practice takes place and is maintained to Care Quality Commission standards at all times and is in line with the NHS Constitution. To deliver effective and safe services which support the key elements of clinical/practice governance. Focus on supporting the team to introduce ways of continuously improving the quality of their service and safeguarding high standards of care by creating an environment in which excellence will flourish.

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Date posted

27 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,602 to £39,686 a year pa pro rata (5% HCAS included)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

367-A&UC-9667

Job locations

Kingfisher Court

Harper Lane

Radlett

WD7 9FB

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the role and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the role and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

RNMH/RNLD/RGN with minimum of 1 year experience
Intermediate Life Support training
Current membership of NMC
Basic IT skills, in particular MS word

Desirable

Specialist knowledge of ECT, related to theory, efficacy, practices and procedures
Professional Degree
Clinical Supervision experience
Teaching/Training experience
ECT Foundation course
Experienced ECT Nurse course
TMS training

Areas of experience and knowledge

Essential

Leadership and motivational skills
Organisational skills and the ability to work effectively within a management structure
Experience of assessing and managing clinical risk
Experience of working as part of an MDT and communicate efficiently
Evidence based interventions
Medication Management
Legal issues relating to consent and the MHA, MCA
Issues involved in the treatment of mental illness and key features of relapse prevention

Communication Skills

Essential

Recognises and reflects on barriers to effective communication, modifying communication in response
De-escalation in managing verbal aggression of disturbed service users
Keeps accurate and complete records and communication consistent with legislation, policies and procedures
Ability to chair meetings effectively
Written, verbal & non-verbal communication skills

Analytical Skills

Essential

Demonstrate good decision making skills
Flexible and responsive approach to care
Knowledge and ability to positively manage change
Ability to identify and manage changes to clinical risks

Person Specification

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

RNMH/RNLD/RGN with minimum of 1 year experience
Intermediate Life Support training
Current membership of NMC
Basic IT skills, in particular MS word

Desirable

Specialist knowledge of ECT, related to theory, efficacy, practices and procedures
Professional Degree
Clinical Supervision experience
Teaching/Training experience
ECT Foundation course
Experienced ECT Nurse course
TMS training

Areas of experience and knowledge

Essential

Leadership and motivational skills
Organisational skills and the ability to work effectively within a management structure
Experience of assessing and managing clinical risk
Experience of working as part of an MDT and communicate efficiently
Evidence based interventions
Medication Management
Legal issues relating to consent and the MHA, MCA
Issues involved in the treatment of mental illness and key features of relapse prevention

Communication Skills

Essential

Recognises and reflects on barriers to effective communication, modifying communication in response
De-escalation in managing verbal aggression of disturbed service users
Keeps accurate and complete records and communication consistent with legislation, policies and procedures
Ability to chair meetings effectively
Written, verbal & non-verbal communication skills

Analytical Skills

Essential

Demonstrate good decision making skills
Flexible and responsive approach to care
Knowledge and ability to positively manage change
Ability to identify and manage changes to clinical risks

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.

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

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingfisher Court

Harper Lane

Radlett

WD7 9FB

Employer's website

https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingfisher Court

Harper Lane

Radlett

WD7 9FB

Employer's website

https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)