Job summary
We
currently have fantastic opportunities to recruit passionate, dedicated and
highly motivated mental health and learning disability nurses that are excited
to be part of the Hillcrest Acute services in Redditch. You will work alongside
a team of professionals to develop therapeutic rapports with service users
enabling them to develop a range of skills to support recovery.
Hillcrest is an acute Mental Health Ward in Redditch and provides inpatient
services across Worcestershire. It is a vital service for supporting those with
mental health difficulties of varying complexities. The ward is supported by an
established Medical team who will continue to support the wider MDT.
We have a number of projects focusing
on clinical leadership, operational management and strategic planning which
will offer many opportunities for professional development. In the next
12 months the ward will move from its current stand-alone site in Redditch, to
a newly refurbished purpose-built acute ward on the Elgar site in Worcester
(please make sure you are able to work in Worcester before applying for this
role in Redditch!). There will be 3 wards in total, allowing us to further
our offer of safe, sustainable,and
quality therapeutic mental health care to our patients. Opportunities to
transition from one ward to another do not come up very often and we would love you to be part of that experience with
us helping us to shape a culture of care we are proud of in a new setting.
Main duties of the job
Delivering
a high quality clinical service to patients and their families.
Acting as
named nurse to a group of patients under the direction / supervision of the
person identified with continuing responsibility.
Participating
in therapeutic group work programmes.
Taking
charge of the ward in the absence of the ward manager and deputy ward manager.
You will
be responsible for the assessment of care needs and contributing to; the
formulation of the person's needs and the development of a relevant plan based
upon the person's negotiated goals and relevant evidence based interventions.
You will,
in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team, provide nursing interventions
to support the person to meet their agreed goals and coordinate and/ or
participate in the review of progress towards those goals, utilising
recommended outcome measures, involving the service user and any identified
carer throughout the clinical
You
will act as a positive role model for staff and service users in a manner that
positively reflects the core values of the organisation. This is an exciting
opportunity for a Registered Nurse committed to delivering exceptional care to have the opportunity to develop their
knowledge and expertise within the inpatient services.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
Flexible and agile working opportunities
Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)
Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a
service, we provide inpatient facilities for working age adults with acute
mental health problems and we are looking for caring, compassionate individuals
to work within our acute service who are committed to providing high quality
care and treatment to our patients. Working in an acute environment can be
challenging, but with the right team, positive attitude and resilience we are
rising to the challenge and reaping the reward of being able to support people
during their most difficult times.
With you
in our team, we will empower you to work innovatively, showing a commitment to
providing compassionate care and a strong desire to improve the patients
experience. You will be able to apply the philosophies of engagement, recovery
and positive care in your work with your patients.
Your
career with us will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills
and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
It's a
career that you can take pride in and enjoy, and together we can make life
better for our communities.
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a
service, we provide inpatient facilities for working age adults with acute
mental health problems and we are looking for caring, compassionate individuals
to work within our acute service who are committed to providing high quality
care and treatment to our patients. Working in an acute environment can be
challenging, but with the right team, positive attitude and resilience we are
rising to the challenge and reaping the reward of being able to support people
during their most difficult times.
With you
in our team, we will empower you to work innovatively, showing a commitment to
providing compassionate care and a strong desire to improve the patients
experience. You will be able to apply the philosophies of engagement, recovery
and positive care in your work with your patients.
Your
career with us will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills
and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
It's a
career that you can take pride in and enjoy, and together we can make life
better for our communities.
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Where the post holder is on or above the 2nd KSF gateway they will support the Clinical Coordinator role, as described as exceptional circumstances in the job description
- Promoting peoples equality, diversity and rights
- Ensuring actions contribute to quality
Desirable
- Experience of formulating assessments, planning, co-ordinating and supporting people within a hospital setting
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Sound clinical skills
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work as an effective team member
- Able to supervise and teach junior staff
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to manage difficult situations
- Uses own initiative and is able to take decisions
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
Knowledge
Essential
- NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of person-centred care
- Knowledge of the ageing
- process and related mental and physical health problems
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and a commitment to clinical supervision
- Knowledge of the individuals responsibility towards health and safety
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Must be able to work in Worcester when the new ward opens
Qualifications
Essential
- RN Mental Health, RN (Adult) or RNLD
- Registered on the NMC register
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Desirable
- Attended control and restraint course within the last 12 months
- CPR course
- Teaching and assessing qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Where the post holder is on or above the 2nd KSF gateway they will support the Clinical Coordinator role, as described as exceptional circumstances in the job description
- Promoting peoples equality, diversity and rights
- Ensuring actions contribute to quality
Desirable
- Experience of formulating assessments, planning, co-ordinating and supporting people within a hospital setting
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Sound clinical skills
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work as an effective team member
- Able to supervise and teach junior staff
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to manage difficult situations
- Uses own initiative and is able to take decisions
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
Knowledge
Essential
- NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of person-centred care
- Knowledge of the ageing
- process and related mental and physical health problems
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and a commitment to clinical supervision
- Knowledge of the individuals responsibility towards health and safety
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Must be able to work in Worcester when the new ward opens
Qualifications
Essential
- RN Mental Health, RN (Adult) or RNLD
- Registered on the NMC register
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Desirable
- Attended control and restraint course within the last 12 months
- CPR course
- Teaching and assessing qualification
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).
