Job summary
The North Lincolnshire Community Learning Disability Team is a specialist Health Care team working to meet the health care needs of adults with learning disabilities.
We are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic practitioner into this challenging and rewarding post .
You will be responsible for assessing and supporting the health needs of adults with a learning disability under the supervision and guidance of the Senior Community Nurse.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for a defined caseload of people requiring support from the service
Completing a variety of assessments to determine input required and implementing interventions based on the outcome of these.
Monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of interventions and liaising with other members of the multi disciplinary team
Working with individuals, families, other professionals and carers to ensure a holistic approach
The ability to work as part of an established team and also have the skill and confidence to work autonomously when required.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities
- Relevant statutory training
- Continuing Health care assessments
- Evidence of consistent training relating to evidence based care
- Understanding the importance and evidence of commitment to continuing self development and training within a social care or health service delivery setting.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a variety of care and support settings for people with learning disabilities.
- Experience of care planning for complex health care needs.
- Knowledge of current legislation associated with community care
Desirable
- Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support
- Experience of coordinating services for people with learning disabilities.
- Experience of working within a community team.
- Experience of working with family carers
Knowledge
Essential
- Within allocated caseload ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively.
- Ability to provide professional support to the senior nurse and be able to manage caseload in the senior nurses absence
- Understanding the role and responsibility of the post to all involved organisations and agencies.
- Ability to set, monitor and audit standard of care and service quality.
- Clear knowledge and understanding of the statutory policy frameworks relating to services for people with a learning disability. Including mental health act 1983 and Mental health act 2005
Desirable
- Mental health act 1983
- Mental capacity act 2005
- Safeguarding risk assessment and management
- Makaton training
- Positive behavioural support training / awareness
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities
- Relevant statutory training
- Continuing Health care assessments
- Evidence of consistent training relating to evidence based care
- Understanding the importance and evidence of commitment to continuing self development and training within a social care or health service delivery setting.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a variety of care and support settings for people with learning disabilities.
- Experience of care planning for complex health care needs.
- Knowledge of current legislation associated with community care
Desirable
- Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support
- Experience of coordinating services for people with learning disabilities.
- Experience of working within a community team.
- Experience of working with family carers
Knowledge
Essential
- Within allocated caseload ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively.
- Ability to provide professional support to the senior nurse and be able to manage caseload in the senior nurses absence
- Understanding the role and responsibility of the post to all involved organisations and agencies.
- Ability to set, monitor and audit standard of care and service quality.
- Clear knowledge and understanding of the statutory policy frameworks relating to services for people with a learning disability. Including mental health act 1983 and Mental health act 2005
Desirable
- Mental health act 1983
- Mental capacity act 2005
- Safeguarding risk assessment and management
- Makaton training
- Positive behavioural support training / awareness
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Community Learning Disability Team
Barnard court Health Centre
Old Courts Rd, Brigg DN20 8JD
DN20 8JD
Employer's website
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
