Job summary
We have a rare job opportunity on Beech Unit for a Staff Nurse. This job is open to experienced nurses or soon to be newly qualified nurses. Beech Unit which is an acute psychiatric ward for older adults with functional mental health problems. The role of the Staff Nurse is an extremely dynamic and rewarding role. On Beech we take pride in our high standards of mental health care and we like to do things differently. We have around 50 staff and we have developed some staff roles you won't normally see on other wards such as physiotherapy, community support link workers, art therapy, animal therapy and music therapy. We even have a holistic massage therapist who also provides staff massage to support staff wellbeing.
We were announced as the Royal College of Psychiatrists Team of the Year Award for Older Adults in 2019 and won the Acute Mental Health Care Award at the National Positive Practice in Mental Health Awards 2022.
We pride ourselves in providing innovative, yet high standards of care. We invite candidates to join our fun, creative and hardworking team.
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the main duties for this position.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the main duties for this position.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the main duties for this position.
Person Specification
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- To be able to plan and implement all aspects of nursing skills.
- To demonstrate effective leadership skills, promote effective role model across the ward environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths.
- RMN / Registered Nurse (Mental Health) with current registration / predicted to be registered with NMC by September 2023.
Desirable
- Qualified in Venepuncture, ECG and physical nursing skills.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Adult and / or Older Persons mental health nursing and the nursing process.
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with a diagnosis of dementia. Experience of supporting people with personal care and moving and manual handling needs.
Other Skills and Physical Skills
Essential
- To work to the Trust Data Protection and Confidentiality guidance/policy Be able to work as part of a team.
- Work as an effective role model.
- Promote effective service delivery and future changes in a positive way. Willingness to develop self.
- To attend Mandatory Training for 5 day restraint (as determined by manager/service), Breakaway, Manual Handling etc.
- To be able to work on the internal ward shift rotation which includes night duties and weekend working.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written skills. Ability to form positive therapeutic relationships with service users, carers and other professional bodies. Excellent IT skills.
- Ability to engage in and lead (when required) MDT meetings
Desirable
- Knowledge of CareNotes. This is Devon Partnership NHS Trust's electronic case notes.
Analytical & Judgemental Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess situations, make decisions, co-ordinate and organise appropriate responses.
- Have an awareness and ability to maintain personal boundaries.
- Able to risk assess.
Person Specification
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- To be able to plan and implement all aspects of nursing skills.
- To demonstrate effective leadership skills, promote effective role model across the ward environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths.
- RMN / Registered Nurse (Mental Health) with current registration / predicted to be registered with NMC by September 2023.
Desirable
- Qualified in Venepuncture, ECG and physical nursing skills.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Adult and / or Older Persons mental health nursing and the nursing process.
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with a diagnosis of dementia. Experience of supporting people with personal care and moving and manual handling needs.
Other Skills and Physical Skills
Essential
- To work to the Trust Data Protection and Confidentiality guidance/policy Be able to work as part of a team.
- Work as an effective role model.
- Promote effective service delivery and future changes in a positive way. Willingness to develop self.
- To attend Mandatory Training for 5 day restraint (as determined by manager/service), Breakaway, Manual Handling etc.
- To be able to work on the internal ward shift rotation which includes night duties and weekend working.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written skills. Ability to form positive therapeutic relationships with service users, carers and other professional bodies. Excellent IT skills.
- Ability to engage in and lead (when required) MDT meetings
Desirable
- Knowledge of CareNotes. This is Devon Partnership NHS Trust's electronic case notes.
Analytical & Judgemental Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess situations, make decisions, co-ordinate and organise appropriate responses.
- Have an awareness and ability to maintain personal boundaries.
- Able to risk assess.
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).
