Job summary
Position Available: Part time ( 22.5 hours per week ) Community
Mental Health Nurse
An opportunity has arisen for a Community Mental Health
Nurse at grade 6 to join our expanding Community Mental Health Team-Older
People Service based at Baghill House Pontefract. We are seeking a(part time
22.5 hour per week ) experienced
community mental health nurse.
Our service offers support to service users who have severe
and enduring mental health issues, who are over the age of 65, living in the
east of the Wakefield district. A car and driving license are essential for
this role due to the area that we cover. The role of the post holder is to
identify where vulnerable adults may be at risk, support their mental
well-being so that they can live as independently and safely as possible within
their local community.
The post holder will
be responsible for becoming a mentor, supporting students and colleagues with
their development, and assuming the daily functions within the band's six role,
along with medicine management/ lithium monitoring .If you would like any
additional information, please do not hesitate to contact Debra Turner at 01977
735825.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the
minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to
work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
Will monitoring, support and offer therapeutic
treatment to service users.
Will hold a caseload and support service users
with complex mental health needs.
Will be able to risk manage safely within the
community whilst supporting person centred approach/ recovery model.
Work both independent and has part of a team.
The post holder will require good IT,
communication skills and be able to write clear comprehensive reports in set
timeframe works on two electronic systems.
Responsible for the safe custody of medication,
including checking and administration.
Ensure compliance with our clinical governance
framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and
dignity and drive continuous improvement.
Become an Ice user safety and dignity and drive
continuous improvement.
The post holder will support mentoring of
students on placement and offer other educational advice/ support to other
professionals when needed.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are
using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly
discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting
candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your
application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Has
continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people
with mental health problems in the community.
Works within a multi-disciplinary team
Management
of own caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.
Provision
of leadership to the Core Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people
and carers.
Supervision and support of other team members
Participation in service development and clinical
governance structures.
Assesses
needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred.
Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person
and carers.
Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a
high standard is achieved.
Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and
where appropriate initiates any action.
Advises and supports the person and carers to promote
health and well-being and to prevent illness.
Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the
health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be
required.
Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication
with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and
community.
Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people
in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates
in the team duty rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team
leader
Maintains
accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct
and trust procedures and ensures records are made available when required by
the appropriate agency.
Participates
in the formulation of policies at unit level.
Maintains
accurate mileage records.
Manages
caseload with due economy of cost and time.
Ensures
safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered
nurses only).
Responsible
for the ordering of stock with due economy.
Produces
monthly statistics in line with trust directives.
Keeps
the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the
area of responsibility.
For further information, please see job description attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Has
continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people
with mental health problems in the community.
Works within a multi-disciplinary team
Management
of own caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.
Provision
of leadership to the Core Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people
and carers.
Supervision and support of other team members
Participation in service development and clinical
governance structures.
Assesses
needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred.
Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person
and carers.
Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a
high standard is achieved.
Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and
where appropriate initiates any action.
Advises and supports the person and carers to promote
health and well-being and to prevent illness.
Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the
health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be
required.
Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication
with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and
community.
Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people
in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates
in the team duty rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team
leader
Maintains
accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct
and trust procedures and ensures records are made available when required by
the appropriate agency.
Participates
in the formulation of policies at unit level.
Maintains
accurate mileage records.
Manages
caseload with due economy of cost and time.
Ensures
safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered
nurses only).
Responsible
for the ordering of stock with due economy.
Produces
monthly statistics in line with trust directives.
Keeps
the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the
area of responsibility.
For further information, please see job description attached.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act and Safeguarding
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers
- Can evidence awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Ability to act up in the absence of the team leader
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Experience of carer services/ issues/
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a mental health setting
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems
- Experience of supporting/mentoring and supervising colleagues/students/trainees
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic techniques
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals e.g. practitioners within long term conditions, primary care
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs
Desirable
- Experience of working holistically with Adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impact on wellbeing.
Training.
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills
- Risk assessment and risk management
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Current NMC registration
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, resourcefulness,
- A willingness to work flexibility to meet the needs of service users and the team including extended hours.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) Professional attitude
- Leadership skills
Person Specification
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act and Safeguarding
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers
- Can evidence awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Ability to act up in the absence of the team leader
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Experience of carer services/ issues/
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a mental health setting
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems
- Experience of supporting/mentoring and supervising colleagues/students/trainees
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic techniques
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals e.g. practitioners within long term conditions, primary care
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs
Desirable
- Experience of working holistically with Adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impact on wellbeing.
Training.
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills
- Risk assessment and risk management
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Current NMC registration
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, resourcefulness,
- A willingness to work flexibility to meet the needs of service users and the team including extended hours.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) Professional attitude
- Leadership skills
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).
