About this role
Job summary
30 hours per week.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a clinical team leader within the referral co-ordination team at the Glenbourne unit. We are looking for an enthusiastic, driven individual to establish and work as part of a team in delivering an effective service.
The CTL will work with the matron to oversee core functions including bed management, supporting our patients and families in out of area hospitals, triage of referrals, liaison work with providers and patients in PICU and line management of the Place of Safety team.
The job description and person specification are an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The post holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by their line manager.
This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.
Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.
Main duties of the job
In particular the post holder will:
Provide high quality care, service, initiative, and clinical support.
To support the day-to-day functioning of the referral coordination team and oversight of the place of safety team within the Glenbourne unit.
The position will involve liaison work, with other acute providers who will refer patients to our service for assessment and access out of area beds.
The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of care
Triaging all referrals to the unit, managing bed flow and leading on minimising barriers to discharge. You will be helping to lead and supervise the Place of safety and front of house teams within the Unit.
Use independent judgement to prioritise the high-level completing demands to ensure an appropriate balance in the daily scheduling in line with clinical demand and responsibilities.
The CTL is a key member of the team whose overarching goal is to enable, promote and support the recovery of patient with mental health needs. Ensuring timely admissions and discharges within the unit and for plymouth patients Out of area
About us
Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.
As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values,kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.
We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.
We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.
Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.
Job description Job responsibilities
Clinical
To be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, contributing in all its forums, attending meetings and case conferences for patients.
To be responsible for two teams of staff in order to ensure standards are maintained.
To function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team taking appropriate responsibility for the scrutiny of diligence.
To link closely with Care Co-ordinator in the delivery of care under Care Programme Approach.
To promote a collaborative approach to patient care within the team providing support to junior staff.
To assist the Modern Matron, Ward Managers and ward staff in the introduction of an effective care delivery system devised to meet the needs of patients and the wards.
To act as clinical role model, demonstrating high standards of nursing practice.
To ensure close links with hospitals that are out of area to identify/resolve clinical issues.
To participate in clinical supervision as supervisor.
To maintain good working relationships with other agencies.
To maintain confidentiality in respect of the patient / client at all times.
Communicate clearly with patients, their families and all other mental health professional groups. To work with the standard of the triangle of care
Actively participate in clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives, eg. clinical audit, clinical policy development and Quality Improvement
Play an active role in providing cross cover between the Referral Coordination and the Place of Safety Team.
Reporting on the nursing assessment of potential admissions to both wards in a timely manner.
Provide, receive and analysis complex information from a range of sources
Assess and make decisions in relation to patient risk.
Key Tasks and responsibilities of the Post
Managerial
To ensure that safeguarding policies are followed.
To ensure effective leadership and supervision of the Referral Coordinators and Place of Safety Team.
To participate in the Individual Performance Review as Line Manager of the teams.
To participate in the Senior Nurse meetings on a regular basis.
To uphold Nursing and the Trusts Operational Policies and Standards.
To be aware if the Health and Safety at Work Act and the implications of the work environment.
Personal and Professional Development
To participate in Individual Performance Review.
To received supervision regularly for clinical work.
In consultation with the Modern Matron to attend meetings, conferences, study days as appropriate to need.
To keep up to date with issues and developments in nursing and the wider NHS.
To be responsible for your own training and clinical supervision needs.
Key Tasks and responsibilities of the Post
Liaison
To provide relevant and timely information to colleagues and other agencies.
To liaise effectively with the wards and departments in Glenbourne.
To maintain effective links with Community Nurse Teams and all other agencies.
To maintain effective communication with the Acute Trust (Derriford Hospital) and give advice/practical help in difficult situations.
Key Tasks and responsibilities of the Post
Administration
To maintain up-to-date clinical records.
To provide reports regarding performance measures eg POS for the police and CCG.
To maintain accurate and prompt recording of accident and incident forms.
Ensure incident forms for your department are investigated and closed in a timely manner.
To maintain the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983.
To have a good working knowledge regarding DOLs, capacity assessment and understanding of executive capacity
To ensure effective use of the electronic computer based system, for example Systm 1 and Excel.
To audit documentation and provide monthly reports to the Modern Matron using Excel.
To ensure that key local and national policies are implemented at a local level giving support where necessary.
Notes
This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the postholder and his / her manager.
This job will be reviewed within the IPR process on an annual basis.
The postholder is required to conform to Livewell Southwest policies on Health and Safety, Fire procedures and confidentiality and to attend any training sessions as required.
The Livewell Southwest has adopted no smoking and no alcohol policies for staff, which applies to all posts. Details of the policy are available on request and will be included in the statement of main terms and conditions of staff appointed.
The postholder is required to comply with all infection control policies and guidance, attend relevant updates and report issues of concern to their line manager (if no action or explanation received, then it is the individuals responsibility to escalate to Director of Operations/Chief Executive Office).
To audit documentation and provide monthly reports to the Modern Matron using Excel.
To ensure that key local and national policies are implemented at a local level giving support where necessary.
Person Specification
Knowledge Essential
Mental Health Act 1983 / DoLS Confidentiality Management methods CPA and Nursing Process Administration and storage of medicines assessment of other clinical staff competencies Statutory requirements Up to date knowledge of research and legislation relevant to speciality Leadership Medication management
Desirable
Quality improvement methodology Coaching
Experience Essential
Multi-disciplinary work Acute inpatient experience
Desirable
Life experience in wide range of settings Team leader position in a variety of clinical settings
Qualifications Essential
RMN / Dip HE Post graduate training in management or able to demonstrate management skills. Degree or working towards a degree.
Skills Essential
Communications Skills Leadership Skills Team Work Skills Management Ability Able to take charge Administration Skills Computer Skills Interpersonal Skills Supervision of Junior Staff Prioritising Dependable, reliable and flexible working ability Responsible and self-motivated Able to manage own stress Ability to recognise and support stress in others Flexible and approachable
Desirable
Research and audit skills
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 Livewell Southwest
Address The Glenbourne Unit
Morlaix Drive
Plymouth
Devon
PL6 5AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)