About this role
Job summary
Are you a compassionate and motivated Registered Nursing Associate looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people experiencing mental health crises?
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Hammersmith & Fulham Health-Based Place of Safety (HBPoS) for an individual with experience of working within mental health services, who is passionate about delivering safe, responsive and person-centred care as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
In addition to your substantive responsibilities within the HBPoS, you will be expected to provide support, as and when required, across the wider Hammersmith & Fulham Mental Health Unit.
This includes Askew PICU, Meridian Older Adults Ward, Lille Ward, Ravenscourt Ward and Avonmore Ward. This provides an opportunity to work flexibly across a range of inpatient mental health settings, contributing to the delivery of high-quality care and supporting the wider multidisciplinary workforce.
Main duties of the job
As a Registered Nursing Associate (RNA) within the Health-Based Place of Safety (HBPoS), you are responsible for delivering safe, effective, compassionate and person-centred care to all service users accessing the service. You will work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, supporting the assessment, monitoring and ongoing care of service users, whilst maintaining their safety, dignity and wellbeing and contributing to a safe environment for colleagues.
You will establish and maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to NHS 111, the Police, Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs), Emergency Duty Teams (EDT), medical teams, GP services, A&E and Psychiatric Liaison Services, Community Mental Health Teams, Crisis Teams, and Single Point of Access (SPA) and Bed Management teams, both internally and externally.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- FDSC Foundation Degree / Level 5 - Nursing Associate qualification.
- GCSEs or equivalent Level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics, or evidence of equivalent functional skills.
Desirable
- Further study or relevant learning in mental health, physical healthcare, recovery-focused practice or a related area.
Professional qualification
Essential
- NMC registration as a Nursing Associate; completion of an approved Nursing Associate programme/Foundation Degree or equivalent recognised qualification.
Desirable
- Additional training or competency in clinical skills relevant to inpatient mental health practice.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people in a health or social care setting; experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team; experience of communicating with people who may be distressed or have complex needs; experience of prioritising delegated work and recognising when to seek support.
Desirable
- Experience in an inpatient mental health, acute mental health, crisis, rehabilitation or other relevant mental health setting; experience of supporting people with complex mental and physical health needs.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication; ability to develop therapeutic and professional relationships; ability to observe, recognise and report changes in mental and physical health; ability to organise and prioritise workload; ability to work calmly under pressure; ability to maintain accurate records; ability to work collaboratively and seek help appropriately.
Desirable
- Experience of supporting learners or colleagues; experience of contributing to audit, quality improvement or service development.
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of the RNA role and scope of practice; knowledge of the NMC Code; understanding of person-centred and recovery-focused care; awareness of risk management, safeguarding, consent, confidentiality and information governance; understanding of the importance of physical health in mental health settings; awareness of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act and when to seek advice.
Desirable
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, positive behavioural support, de-escalation, least restrictive practice and relevant mental health clinical approaches.
Personal qualities
Essential
- Compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental approach; commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion; reliable and adaptable; emotionally resilient and able to reflect on own practice; demonstrates professional boundaries, integrity and a commitment to learning.
Desirable
- Demonstrates an interest in mental health service improvement and recovery-focused practice.
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
West London NHS Trust
Address
H and F Mental Health Unit
Claybrook Road
London
W6 8NF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.westlondon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)