Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for ambitious,
well-motivated individuals to join the leadership team on Mortimer ward. This is a highly valued, rewarding, and challenging role
with opportunities to improve the delivery of inpatient services.
We have 1 full time and 1 part time (0.5 WTE) vacancy.
The ward is a 20 bedded acute Mental Health Ward situated in The
Stonebow Unit, Hereford and is part of the provision of acute inpatient
services across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. It is a vital service for
supporting those with acute mental health difficulties of varying complexities.
Patients requiring admission may also have complex physical co morbidities and
applicants should have an interest in both mental and physical health care
delivery. Patients admitted can both be informal or detained under the Mental
Health Act and require a holistic care approach to work towards their Recovery.
The ward has a multi-disciplinary team approach to deliver holistic
care. You will also work
alongside colleagues in the Crisis Team and Adult Social Care.
Rotational shift pattern system over a 24
hours / seven day period. Days - 07.30hrs till 20.00hrs and nights - 19.30hrs till 08.00
hrs.
The role will include a combination of clinical and operational duties
which will support the maintenance of quality and standards for patient
experiences. There will be a strong staff focus, inclusive of HR Processes,
rostering and the facilitation of staff Appraisals.
Main duties of the job
Maintain high
standards of patient care ensuring all patients individuality, dignity and
privacy is maintained at all times.
To provide key
leadership for the management of day to day duties and patient facing care
To complete
operational duties such as the Health roster, provide line management
supervision and complete staff appraisals to ensure developmental opportunities
are captured.
Ensure that each
patient receives an individual clinical assessment which is the subject of a
regularly updated care plan that, wherever practicable, is formulated in
conjunction with the patient.
Ensure that
information regarding patients needs and progress are communicated promptly
and accurately to their relatives and carers having due regard for
confidentiality.
Provide strong
clinical leadership for all staff, maintaining and enhancing own knowledge by
making use of educational opportunities, under the guidance of the Ward
Manager. This includes appropriate extensions to the role of the nurse/OT in
line with NMC/HCPC and Trust policy.
Assist the ward manager with recruitment and retention
of staff
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. We value
diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,
and ethnicities.
What we offer;
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27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to
33 days with long service
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Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work
unsocial hours
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Flexible and agile working opportunities
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Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
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Wide range of supportive staff networks
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Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our
website.
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you (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gained
interest in working for the Trust.
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
- Experience in a qualified position preferably gained in more than one area
Desirable
- Management of staff of varying professions
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the appropriate professional body
- Registered Mental Nurse (RMN), Registered Nurse (Mental) (RN(M)), or Occupational Therapist (OT)
- Teaching and assessing qualification ENB 997/8 or equivalent
- Evidence of continuous skills and knowledge updating (Personal Portfolio)
- Up to date training in: MAPA techniques (Levels 1, 2 & 3), Intermediate Life Support and treatment of anaphylaxis, Risk management, Mental Health Act 1983, Manual Handling, Fire, Care Programme Approach, NCRS, Blood Glucose monitoring, Basic First Aid
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
- Training in Leadership and Management
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of and the ability to apply the principles of the NMC/HCPC Code of Professional Conduct
- Knowledge of national and Trust policies and procedures and how to access them
- Evidence of recent clinical update or training relevant to the post
- Knowledge of national trends in mental health care
- Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and a commitment to clinical supervision
- Understand the roles and functions of the Crisis Resolution, Home Treatment, Assertive Outreach and Community Mental Health teams, and liaise with them appropriately
- To be in receipt of regular clinical supervision
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to provide a consistent role model to others
- Effective communication skills, written and verbal
- Able to pass on information in a timely and coherent manner, whilst maintaining confidentiality
- Ability to prioritise problems and use clinical judgment to deal with them
- Skilled in dealing with psychiatric emergencies
- Skilled in report writing
- Possess a range of clinical skills that can be transferred or adapted for any inpatient area within the Trust
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to work as effective team leader
- Ability to provide clinical supervision to others
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
- Ability to recognise own limits
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a qualified position preferably gained in more than one area
Desirable
- Management of staff of varying professions
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the appropriate professional body
- Registered Mental Nurse (RMN), Registered Nurse (Mental) (RN(M)), or Occupational Therapist (OT)
- Teaching and assessing qualification ENB 997/8 or equivalent
- Evidence of continuous skills and knowledge updating (Personal Portfolio)
- Up to date training in: MAPA techniques (Levels 1, 2 & 3), Intermediate Life Support and treatment of anaphylaxis, Risk management, Mental Health Act 1983, Manual Handling, Fire, Care Programme Approach, NCRS, Blood Glucose monitoring, Basic First Aid
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
- Training in Leadership and Management
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of and the ability to apply the principles of the NMC/HCPC Code of Professional Conduct
- Knowledge of national and Trust policies and procedures and how to access them
- Evidence of recent clinical update or training relevant to the post
- Knowledge of national trends in mental health care
- Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and a commitment to clinical supervision
- Understand the roles and functions of the Crisis Resolution, Home Treatment, Assertive Outreach and Community Mental Health teams, and liaise with them appropriately
- To be in receipt of regular clinical supervision
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to provide a consistent role model to others
- Effective communication skills, written and verbal
- Able to pass on information in a timely and coherent manner, whilst maintaining confidentiality
- Ability to prioritise problems and use clinical judgment to deal with them
- Skilled in dealing with psychiatric emergencies
- Skilled in report writing
- Possess a range of clinical skills that can be transferred or adapted for any inpatient area within the Trust
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to work as effective team leader
- Ability to provide clinical supervision to others
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
- Ability to recognise own limits
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).
