Job summary
Bluebell ward is a 22 bed mixed adult acute ward that works closely with patients, families and wider organisations to help them to identify their needs and participate actively in their care, providing a place of empathy, kindness and compassion. We have created a culture where everyone has a voice and where service users and staff collaborate to make positive change.
You are an enthusiastic registered mental health nurse with a passion for caring for vulnerable patients. With excellent communication and people skills, a warm personality and the resilience to help us transform our patients' lives, you will have a good understanding of acute mental health treatment and legislation.
Eager to share your knowledge when managing and mentoring more junior members of staff, you will be an inspirational member of our team, striving to be your very best and supporting colleagues in the delivery of compassionate, safe and structured care. You will be proactive, ensuring seamless delivery across a multi-disciplinary team and be able to work without direct supervision, showing initiative and a determination to support patients and their families through creative engagement.
A calming influence, you will be able to deal with difficult and distressing situations professionally. Your energy and drive will be rewarded with the support of an enthusiastic team that strives to create a warm, friendly and compassionate environment.
Main duties of the job
- You will be clinically responsible for the co-ordination and implementation of effective nursing care on a Mental Health ward. You will liaise with other Professional Teams and with those providing support services
- Occasionally as part of your professional development plan, take charge of the ward under the supervision of more senior qualified nursing staff member/colleague
- You will ensure that the clinical, environmental and social needs of the patient are met by assessing, developing, implementing and evaluating programmes of care, seeking guidance and direction from senior nursing staff working in the unit where necessary
- To be the best you can be, you'll access our professional clinical and leadership development to ensure you are up to date, feel confident and develop as a nurse and leader, and manage and supervise a team of junior staff
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust isa specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
o Caring for and about you is our top priority
o Committed to providing good quality, safe services
o Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
- 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell.
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services.
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
- Free parking across Trust sites
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Evidence of continuing professional development and portfolio of evidence available
- Previous experience working in a mental health care setting
- Good oral and written communication
- Knowledge of Mental Health legislation, which includes the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and DOLs
- Team working and the ability to play an effective part in the wider MDT
- If you are an overseas candidate you must have passed the IELTs or OET prior to applying.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Daniela Ungurusan on 01189605233 or email: daniela.ungurusan@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Evidence of continuing professional development and portfolio of evidence available
- Previous experience working in a mental health care setting
- Good oral and written communication
- Knowledge of Mental Health legislation, which includes the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and DOLs
- Team working and the ability to play an effective part in the wider MDT
- If you are an overseas candidate you must have passed the IELTs or OET prior to applying.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Daniela Ungurusan on 01189605233 or email: daniela.ungurusan@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Evidence of continuing professional development and portfolio of evidence available
- IT literate
- Mentorship qualification
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Desire to undertake further training and self-improvement to support patient experience
Previous Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a mental health care setting
Desirable
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good oral and written communication
- Mental Health legislation, which includes the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and DOLs
- Team working and the ability to play an effective part in the wider MDT
Additional Requirements
Desirable
- Ability to travel to multiple sites
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Evidence of continuing professional development and portfolio of evidence available
- IT literate
- Mentorship qualification
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Desire to undertake further training and self-improvement to support patient experience
Previous Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a mental health care setting
Desirable
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good oral and written communication
- Mental Health legislation, which includes the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and DOLs
- Team working and the ability to play an effective part in the wider MDT
Additional Requirements
Desirable
- Ability to travel to multiple sites
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).
