About this role
Job summary Motivating, supporting and managing your team of nurses, you know what it takes to be a Charge Nurse. Someone who listens, is aware of their whole team and service users, and makes sure the day-to-day running of the department is smooth and positive. That's what the next Charge Nurse at The Farndon Unit will come in and do.Whether you're an existing Charge Nurse (must be RNLD) with experience under your belt, or a senior Nurse looking for the next step in your career, join the nursing team that's making a difference to the lives of people with a diagnosis of severe and enduring mental illness and/or personality disorder and/or mild learning disability.You'll be supported with like-minded colleagues across the multidisciplinary team, in a company that will encourage and support you with career development to help you achieve your career goals.Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable pea
Main duties of the job Motivating, supporting and managing your team of nurses, you know what it takes to be a Charge Nurse. Someone who listens, is aware of their whole team and service users, and makes sure the day-to-day running of the department is smooth and positive. That's what the next Charge Nurse at The Farndon Unit will come in and do. Whether you're an existing Charge Nurse (must be RNLD) with experience under your belt, or a senior Nurse looking for the next step in your career, join the nursing team that's making a difference to the lives of people with a diagnosis of severe and enduring mental illness and/or personality disorder and/or mild learning disability. You'll be supported with like-minded colleagues across the multidisciplinary team, in a company that will encourage and support you with career development to help you achieve your career goals. Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Its a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
About us Elysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and operates more than 80 services across England and Wales. They provide a wide range of healthcare services including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, as well as Children & Education services. Elysium is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network spanning 10 countries, employing over 86,000 people worldwide. The organisation is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment, being a Disability Confident employer, and follows safer recruitment practices for all appointments. It is devoted to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users and seeks staff who share this commitment. Elysium Healthcare offers a work environment that supports career development and is focused on delivering high-quality care, making it a rewarding place to work.
Job description Job responsibilities
Motivating, supporting and managing your team of nurses, you know what it takes to be a Charge Nurse. Someone who listens, is aware of their whole team and service users, and makes sure the day-to-day running of the department is smooth and positive. That's what the next Charge Nurse at The Farndon Unit will come in and do.
Whether you're an existing Charge Nurse (must be RNLD) with experience under your belt, or a senior Nurse looking for the next step in your career, join the nursing team that's making a difference to the lives of people with a diagnosis of severe and enduring mental illness and/or personality disorder and/or mild learning disability. You'll be supported with like-minded colleagues across the multidisciplinary team, in a company that will encourage and support you with career development to help you achieve your career goals. Your career within Elysium 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. It’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
What you will be doing:
With previous experience from the NHS or private care, you will oversee and provide high-quality care and support to women with complex Mental Health needs, while supporting your team and colleagues and promote good teamwork. As a Charge Nurse, you’ll lead and coordinate the quality and management of nursing care and delivering of clinical services, ensuring the day-to-day operations of your unit is performing well. You'll also;
Delegate nursing tasks to Nurses working in the unit and coordinate with other teams Monitor service users’ conditions and respond to changes Supervise other members within the team's unit and provide guidance and support Make critical decisions regarding service user assignments, staff scheduling, and resource allocation Be liaison between nursing staff and other healthcare professionals, with effective communication and collaboration No two days will be the same, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, but also a good amount of routine. Things that you will have: A relevant nursing qualification NMC registration (must be RNLD) A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice Relevant experience in a similar environment Proven track record of leadership skills Where you will be working:
Location: The Farndon Unit, Farndon Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 4SW
You will be working at the Farndon Unit, a purpose-built low secure hospital that offers personalised assessment and recovery-based treatment pathways, including a trauma-specific pathway, for women with complex care needs.
You will join the multidisciplinary team in providing specialist care for people with a diagnosis of severe and enduring mental illness and/or personality disorder and/or mild learning disability.
The combination of general low secure wards and a recovery ward area (also within the low secure perimeter) provide a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering recovery and rehabilitation.
What You’ll Get:
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
Annual base salary of £44,059 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite parking About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A relevant nursing qualification, NMC registration (must be RNLD), A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate
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.
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 Elysium Healthcare
Address Elysium Healthcare
Newark
NG24 4SW
Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)