About this role
Job summary
We are pleased to announce an exciting 18 month secondment opportunity for a Band 5 Nurse on Rowan lea ward, Cross Lane Hospital.
This secondment would suit an experienced nurse wishing to return to or gain experience in MHSOP nursing. It is an opportunity to develop skills and knowledge whilst working alongside and shadowing an experienced nursing team.
Rowan Lea is a 20 bedded mixed gender assessment and treatment ward for older people, with both organic and functional illnesses. We work collaboratively with patients and carers to develop individual well-being treatment plans. The team encourages innovative practice and supports development at all times; and promotes a positive image of people with mental ill health.
We have a broad multi-disciplinary inpatient team that includes nurses, medical staff, a physical health care practitioner, physiotherapy and occupational therapy. There is local access to nutrition and dietetic staff within MHSOP. We work in partnership with local Community Teams.
This post is not open to Newly Registered Nurses, candidates must have their NMC registration in place and successfully completed the preceptorship programme in order to be considered.
Main duties of the job
You will be a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), we also welcome applications from Learning disabilities nurses (LD). You should be able to demonstrate continuing professional development, effective generic nursing skills and the confidence to meet the requirements of a Band 5 position working with older people while looking to build on those skills and competencies which may support in applying for band 6 posts in the future.
You will be joining an established and supportive multi-disciplinary team that is committed to delivering high quality, patient centred care and be committed to participate in quality improvement activities.
You will be working closely with other professionals in the team and external agencies; you will provide evidence based nursing interventions, including aspects of care ranging from initial assessment, treatment monitoring, delivery of therapeutic interventions, crisis management and positive behaviour support and discharge.
You will have the on going opportunity to develop your skills within the wider team in relation to the care of patients experiencing organic mental health problems such as Dementia and Functional illness such as Depression & Anxiety, while developing leadership skills through taking charge of shifts and delegation. You will be supported through supervision and on- going professional development opportunities.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Among the main duties of the role
Promote and maintains safety, privacy, and dignity of all patients in the delivery of patient centred care, recognising and respecting differences including spiritual and cultural beliefs.
Acts, wherever applicable, in accordance with the Mental Health Act, duty of candour and associated policies and procedures.
Acts as named nurse for patients and hold responsibility for the development of the care documents for those patients and others in the absence of their named nurse.
Contributes to the planning, co-ordination and evaluation of clinical interventions to challenging and complex behaviours such as self-harm and aggression.
Please contact Rowan Lea if you would like to speak to a member of the nursing team or arrange a visit to the ward or have any questions in relation to the role or team.
In the absence of the Ward Manager, please Contact Modern Matron Karen Ashby or PDP Carrie Randell on 01723 384601 for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience Essential
Current professional registration with Nursing & Midwifery Council RNMH or RNLD To be a recognised Practice Supervisor Trained Clinical Supervisor (within 6 month probationary period) Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Working with people with mental ill health / learning disabilities Working in a person centred therapeutic organisation Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers Working in a multi-disciplinary team Working in partnership with other agencies
Knowledge Essential
Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act) Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice Confident working knowledge of clinical medicines management, including administration of injections Understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
Skills Essential
Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers/families and all members of the multidisciplinary team. Competent in using electronic systems to conduct assessments and documentation Manage own time and prioritise effectively Co-ordinate and prioritise the activities of the ward/community team
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 Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address Cross Lane Hospital
Cross Lane
Scarborough
YO12 6DN
Employer's website https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)