About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our dynamic inpatient mental health team at Woodview Hospital.
Our inpatient service provides high-quality, recovery-focused care to adults experiencing acute mental health difficulties. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering evidence-based interventions in a safe, therapeutic environment.
We are looking for enthusiastic nurses who are committed to delivering person-centred care and promoting recovery, dignity, and respect for all service users.
You will
Be a Registered Mental Health Nurse with current NMC registration
Demonstrate a passion for inpatient mental health care
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Be able to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrate sound clinical judgement and risk management skillsBe committed to continuous professional development
Newly qualified nurses are welcome to apply and will be supported through a structured preceptorship programme.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact us using the details provided
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, safe, and effective nursing care to patients within the inpatient setting
Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments and risk assessments
Develop, implement, and evaluate person-centred care plans
Administer medication in accordance with NMC and Trust policies
Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
Promote recovery-focused and trauma-informed practice
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in ward-based therapeutic activities and interventions
Contribute to maintaining a safe and supportive ward environment
What We Offer
Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team
Structured preceptorship for newly qualified nurses
Opportunities for professional development and further trainingRegular clinical supervision
NHS pension scheme and employee benefits
A rewarding role making a meaningful difference in people's lives
About us
LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.
We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.
The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.
Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - Mental Health / Learning Disability
- On-going registration with the NMC
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development that supports clinical practice
Knowledge
Essential
- Can demonstrate an understanding and knowledge base of mental health conditions and their treatments, recovery principles and person centred care
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and Care Programme Approach
- Can demonstrate a working knowledge of physical health conditions and the complications that this can cause to patients experiencing mental ill health.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team structure
- Experience of assessing, planning, implementing and reviewing care needs
- Excellent communication, listening, decision making and problem solving 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.
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
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Buckley Ward Woodview
Clitheroe
BB7 9YE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)