Job summary
Following successful implementation of this role, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mental Health Practitioner to join our team to support the performance of 4Doncaster Primary Care Network. 4Doncaster are a forward thinking and innovative PCN looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic and versatile member of our team The 4Doncaster Primary Care Network was established by four practices situated in central Doncaster:
- The Burns Medical Practice
- The Kingthorne Group Practice
- The Mount Group Practice
- The St Vincent Group Practice
The establishment of the 4Doncaster network has enabled the recruitment of additional staff, including Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, MSK Practitioners, Social Prescribers, Mental Health Practitioners, Dietitians, Care Coordinators and Health & Wellbeing Coaches. The proposed work pattern for this post is:
- Monday 8 - 6 (9.5)
- Tuesday 8-6 (9.5)
- Friday 8-6 (9.5)
- Sat 9-12 (3)
Some flexibility to the working pattern and hours could be considered.
Main duties of the job
To work within the identified PCN, job plan aligned to local working instructions and local guidance delivering direct patient assessment and intervention.
Provide a lead role in supporting Primary Care Networks in triaging mental health concerns in adults and providing specialist advice.
To provide a comprehensive Primary Mental Health Nursing Service across the whole range of patients, service will be provided mainly via clinics and one-to-one interactions with service users which will include the provision of bio-psycho-social assessment and treatment delivery, including the role of Independent Non-medical prescribing.
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 dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
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
- NMC Registered Nurse (RMN or Registered Nurse Adult)
- Independent non-medical prescriber (NMP) or prepared to undertake the training as soon as possible once in post
- A Degree-level registration qualification plus equivalent post-registration qualifications or experience to postgraduate level
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing Qualification.
- A recognised qualification in Clinical Supervision.
- Psycho-Social Interventions (PSI) Qualification
- Evidence of ability / capability to study at Post Graduate Master's Degree level.
Experience
Essential
- Working independently &/or effectively as part of a multi professional team.
- Effectively managing a patient caseload in a community team or in-patient setting.
- Be a strong clinical role model & leader, inspiring others to deliver safe, effective and personal care every time.
- Engaging in and providing effective Clinical Supervision
- Experience of engaging in service/quality improvement/evaluation work, research and or clinical audit.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a broad / diverse range of care settings / services / organisations.
- Experience of working with individuals with a breadth of physical & mental health conditions.
Knowledge
Essential
- ln-depth knowledge in their specialist clinical field of Mental Ill health conditions & diagnoses and evidence-based treatments & interventions for the service users you work with
- The principles of recovery & their application in practice.
- Ethical & legal frameworks as they apply in your clinical practice: Mental Capacity Act Safeguarding Adults & Children Human Rights Equality Confidentiality.
- Professional Code(s) of Conduct & requirements.
Desirable
- Breadth of knowledge of Physical Health Assessment & Management
Skills
Essential
- Undertaking assessment / use of appropriate assessment tools
- Formulation & diagnoses
- Collaborative care planning
- Providing treatments & interventions
- Can monitor, review & evaluate patient care / needs.
- Referral management
- Working across service/team/organisational interfaces & boundaries in the provision of effective patient care.
- Demonstrates the ability to develop & educate other members of the multi professional team to improve patient care & outcomes, leading by example.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse (RMN or Registered Nurse Adult)
- Independent non-medical prescriber (NMP) or prepared to undertake the training as soon as possible once in post
- A Degree-level registration qualification plus equivalent post-registration qualifications or experience to postgraduate level
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing Qualification.
- A recognised qualification in Clinical Supervision.
- Psycho-Social Interventions (PSI) Qualification
- Evidence of ability / capability to study at Post Graduate Master's Degree level.
Experience
Essential
- Working independently &/or effectively as part of a multi professional team.
- Effectively managing a patient caseload in a community team or in-patient setting.
- Be a strong clinical role model & leader, inspiring others to deliver safe, effective and personal care every time.
- Engaging in and providing effective Clinical Supervision
- Experience of engaging in service/quality improvement/evaluation work, research and or clinical audit.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a broad / diverse range of care settings / services / organisations.
- Experience of working with individuals with a breadth of physical & mental health conditions.
Knowledge
Essential
- ln-depth knowledge in their specialist clinical field of Mental Ill health conditions & diagnoses and evidence-based treatments & interventions for the service users you work with
- The principles of recovery & their application in practice.
- Ethical & legal frameworks as they apply in your clinical practice: Mental Capacity Act Safeguarding Adults & Children Human Rights Equality Confidentiality.
- Professional Code(s) of Conduct & requirements.
Desirable
- Breadth of knowledge of Physical Health Assessment & Management
Skills
Essential
- Undertaking assessment / use of appropriate assessment tools
- Formulation & diagnoses
- Collaborative care planning
- Providing treatments & interventions
- Can monitor, review & evaluate patient care / needs.
- Referral management
- Working across service/team/organisational interfaces & boundaries in the provision of effective patient care.
- Demonstrates the ability to develop & educate other members of the multi professional team to improve patient care & outcomes, leading by example.
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).
