About this role
Job summary
The post holder will have the role of the Treatment Team Nurse and will be part of a multidisciplinary team who administers anti-psychotic medication, offers the treatment of ECT andmonitors the physical health of patients open to secondary mental health services.The post holder will be based across multiple sites and GP Practices, promoting continuity ofcare and effective communication regarding the treatment and support for patients under thecare of secondary mental health services.The main role of the Treatment Team Nurse will be participation in the running and ongoingdevelopment of treatment and physical health clinics across the the borough footprint.
Main duties of the job
o Take a lead in facilitating the day-to-day functioning of the Clozapine Clinic, with supportand guidance from qualified professionals such as the nursing team, consultants andpharmacists.o To monitor the effects and side effects of Clozapine medication in the community, withguidance from relevant professionals, such as the nursing team, consultants andpharmacists.o To administer intramuscular injections and monitor the effects of these, with theknowledge of contraindications and side effects, being able to relay accurateinformation to patients in a format that they are able to understand in accordance withtrust policies.o To undertake venepuncture in the context of physical health monitoring, after relevanttraining and ongoing guidance.o To undertake physical health checks, interpret results and respond to and reportconcerns appropriately. (No moving and handling required).o To take part in the running of the ECT clinic and perform duties as specified. IncludingECT session handovers, management, and recovery of patients on the ECT pathway.o To participate in clinical supervision.
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Job description Job responsibilities
To be actively involved in the development of team-based nursing, assuming theresponsibilities of assessing, planning, and implementing a programme of nursingcare for individual clients within the team. To support patients, plan and implement programmes of nursing care to meet theirindividual needs, referring to other agencies as appropriate. To evaluate and modify nursing care in accordance with the Care ProgrammeApproach and facilitate the development of discharge plans. To actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and contribute to clinical decisionsregarding patients in your care. To take part in group caseloads, with the support of the team and management. To keep accurate and timely professional records of nursing care, ensuringconfidentiality is maintained in line with Trust policy. To assist in the development of service standards and participate in clinical audit. To participate in the development and implementation of new initiatives, incorporatingresearched based practicesAFC 2/7/24 JME-135-24 Treatment Team Practitioner Band 5 Take a lead in facilitating the day-to-day functioning of the Clozapine Clinic, with supportand guidance from qualified professionals such as the nursing team, consultants andpharmacists. To monitor the effects and side effects of Clozapine medication in the community, withguidance from relevant professionals, such as the nursing team, consultants andpharmacists. To administer intramuscular injections and monitor the effects of these, with theknowledge of contraindications and side effects, being able to relay accurateinformation to patients in a format that they are able to understand in accordance withtrust policies. To undertake venepuncture in the context of physical health monitoring, after relevanttraining and ongoing guidance. To undertake physical health checks, interpret results and respond to and reportconcerns appropriately. (No moving and handling required). To take part in the running of the ECT clinic and perform duties as specified. IncludingECT session handovers, management, and recovery of patients on the ECT pathway. To participate in clinical supervision.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications Essential
RMN ILS trained
Desirable
ECTAS ECT nurse training completed.
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a mental health setting Experience of delivering an ECT service
Desirable
Experience of working within an acute mental health ward setting
Knowledge Essential
Good understanding of Mental Illness Knowledge of treatment and interventions appropriate for individuals with acute mental health needs Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, CPA process and the Mental Capacity Act Knowledge of current policy and guidance in relation to the development of Acute Mental Health Services and ECT Understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues
Skills and Abilities Essential
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Good organisational and planning skills Computer literate Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
Training in management of violence and aggression techniques
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 Pennine Care NHS FT
Address Horton House
Southlink Business Park, Horton House
Oldham
OL4 1DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.penninecare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)