Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Atherleigh Park Hospital Inpatients PICU Unit. We specialise in the assessment and treatment of people with a broad spectrum of acute and enduring mental health needs requiring intensive care nursing with complex care needs. We provide care and treatment to inpatients that are experiencing a critically acute phase of a mental illness. Our aim is to manage and reduce the risks associated with acute episodes of mental illness through evidence-based assessment and treatment, and psychosocial interventions for individuals and their families.
Atherleigh Park Hospital has 5 wards and Priestners unit is a newly developed 8 bedded female psychiatric intensive care unit specialising in delivering trauma informed care,.
We are looking for experienced, skilled and enthusiastic Band 5 nurses to work within our newly established multi professional team. You will be part of a caring , friendly and compassionate team that is committed to supporting patients through their recovery journey and making a difference.
We are seeking experienced mental health nurses with post qualifying experience.
Main duties of the job
Atherleigh Park prides itself on the supportive, friendly and innovative culture that supports the staff in their personal and professional development. There are always opportunities for staff to receive additional training in relation to each staff members needs and interests. This is on top of the local band 5 development training. Atherleigh Park is established in providing a trauma informed and least restrictive approach to ensure high quality and safe patient care.
Our wards and PICU unit are busy and need staff that show a high degree of motivation and commitment to deliver excellent care. We have a substantial support package available to new starters and staff on the preceptorship pathway.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- Onsite Gym
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- Onsite Gym
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Qualified or soon to be qualified
Desirable
- Already holds nursing PIN
- Degree in health care related topc
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates good communication skills
- Evidence of working within an MDT
- Inpatient experience
- Awareness of CPA, risk assessment and carer involvement
Desirable
- Evidence of working in areas outside of inpatients
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working within an inpatient mental health unit
- Evidence of co-ordinating care
- Evidence of working within an MDT
Desirable
- Post preceptor experience
- Experience of supervising junior staff
- Experience in working in various inpatient areas
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Qualified or soon to be qualified
Desirable
- Already holds nursing PIN
- Degree in health care related topc
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates good communication skills
- Evidence of working within an MDT
- Inpatient experience
- Awareness of CPA, risk assessment and carer involvement
Desirable
- Evidence of working in areas outside of inpatients
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working within an inpatient mental health unit
- Evidence of co-ordinating care
- Evidence of working within an MDT
Desirable
- Post preceptor experience
- Experience of supervising junior staff
- Experience in working in various inpatient areas
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).
