Job summary
We are looking to recruit internationally trained mental health nurses, who currently reside within the UK. Initially you will start employment as a healthcare support worker, whilst we enrol you onto our OSCE preparation programme. Once successfully completed and your PIN has been attained you will start as a community mental health nurse. This will therefore mean you will start on a band 4 salary until you have received your PIN, at which point you will then progress to band 5.
Essential criteria for application to this Nursing programme:
- Already residing in the UK
- UK driver's license
- Access to a vehicle
- Passed your English-speaking test (IETLS or OET)
- Passed your CBT (computer-based theory)
- Possess a relevant mental health nursing qualification
Within your application, please declare within the "Supporting information" how you meet the specifications previously stated, along with your understanding of what is required to work as a mental health nurse within the community and why you feel you would be suitable for this post.
Main duties of the job
Driven by your passion for delivering exceptional care, you'll visit patients in their homes day-to-day, providing them with the highest quality mental health nursing.
Services you may be considered for;
- Community Adults
- Community Older peoples mental health
- Community CAMHS
- Crisis resolution home treatment team
We have opportunities in the following localities:
- Bracknell
- Windsor/Ascot/Maidenhead
- Wokingham
- Reading
- Newbury/Thatcham
What a typical week looks like for most of our locations (these may differ slightly depending upon the locality offered):
- Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm
- One weekend every four weeks (Time off week)
- Late Shift: 11.00am - 7pm
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a 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.
Benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance including part-time offerings
- Highest paid mileage in the area
- 27 days' annual leave for new starters rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Training and support programmes to develop your skills and support your progression
- '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 4 must haves for you to be considered for this role:
- You must already reside within the UK
- A qualified mental health nurse who has already passed their English speaking (IELTS or OET) along with their CBT
- Own a driving license and have access to a vehicle
- Reasonable level of fitness required
If you recognise yourself in these requirements, we recommend you apply today! We interview candidates for this role in the order applications are received, so dont delay and apply today.
We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please dont hesitate to email Ella McDougall (Resourcing and Pastoral Support 0fficer) at ella.mcdougall@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The 4 must haves for you to be considered for this role:
- You must already reside within the UK
- A qualified mental health nurse who has already passed their English speaking (IELTS or OET) along with their CBT
- Own a driving license and have access to a vehicle
- Reasonable level of fitness required
If you recognise yourself in these requirements, we recommend you apply today! We interview candidates for this role in the order applications are received, so dont delay and apply today.
We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please dont hesitate to email Ella McDougall (Resourcing and Pastoral Support 0fficer) at ella.mcdougall@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Registered General Nurse (RGN)
- NMC Registration
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
Desirable
Previous Experience
Desirable
- Community nursing Experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
- Ability to identify risks and act accordingly with regard to safety of oneself, patients and others using the appropriate aids
- Able to demonstrate use of own initiative and ability to work alone
- Ability to demonstrate organisational skills
- Time management skills
- Ability to participate in standard setting and audit
Desirable
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of LTC's and the concept of self-management
Additional Requirements
Essential
- IT skills - including Excel, PowerPoint
- Able to travel across multiple sites in Berkshire
- Ability to demonstrate professional behaviours and attitudes
- Full UK driving license and access to own car
- Able to work flexibly across 7-day service requirement
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Registered General Nurse (RGN)
- NMC Registration
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
Desirable
Previous Experience
Desirable
- Community nursing Experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
- Ability to identify risks and act accordingly with regard to safety of oneself, patients and others using the appropriate aids
- Able to demonstrate use of own initiative and ability to work alone
- Ability to demonstrate organisational skills
- Time management skills
- Ability to participate in standard setting and audit
Desirable
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of LTC's and the concept of self-management
Additional Requirements
Essential
- IT skills - including Excel, PowerPoint
- Able to travel across multiple sites in Berkshire
- Ability to demonstrate professional behaviours and attitudes
- Full UK driving license and access to own car
- Able to work flexibly across 7-day service requirement
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
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).
