About this role
Job summary
To b e responsible for providing safe, effective, and recovery-focused care to adults experiencing acute mental illness who require inpatient treatment. The post holder works as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with complex mental health needs. They deliver both mental and physical healthcare, ensure patient safety, and contribute to therapeutic interventions that support recovery and discharge planning.
Main duties of the job
Undertake comprehensive mental health and risk assessments. Develop, implement, and review individualised care plans. Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records. Administer and monitor medication in accordance with NMC and Trust requirements. Monitor patients' mental and physical health needs. Respond to psychiatric emergencies and escalating risks. Manage patients presenting with self-harm, suicide risk, aggression, vulnerability, or severe mental illness. Contribute to observation and engagement plans. Use de-escalation techniques and least restrictive practices where appropriate. Participate in safeguarding procedures and incident reporting.
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
Person Specification
Skills Essential
Good communication skills. Able to assess, plan, implement, care Good command of English language Willingness and ability to participate in learner education.
Desirable
Resourceful, motivated, reliable, conscientious, caring, innovative, effective under pressure, team member, good attention to detail.
Experience Essential
Experience of working with people with Severe and Enduring Mental Health problems Ability to work without direct supervision.
Desirable
Experience of the recovery process
Qualifications Essential
Core Professional registration RMN or RNLD
Desirable
Mentor preparation course ENB998 or equivalent or willingness to attend.
Knowledge Essential
Mental Health Act 1983 / 2007. Risk assessment & management Mental Capacity Act Care Programme Approach
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address Great Oaks
97 Ashby High Street
Scunthorpe
DN16 2JX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)