About this role
Job summary
Are you a qualified mental health nurse with CAMHS and/or inpatient experience, seeking a new challenge?
We are looking for compassionate individuals to join us as full time Charge Nurses at the Meadow Unit, a brand new state-of-the-art purpose built hospital which specialises in the care of those aged 11-18.
The Meadow Unit offers 8 inpatient beds to those young people who require intense support and treatment not possible within the community or a general adolescent unit. We assess and treat those with a wide range of disorders and difficulties including; Psychosis, Bi-Polar/Mood disorders, Depression, Emotional Dysregulation, and Trauma.
Our service aims to provide excellent, safe care with the highest quality of nursing care to young people and their families whom require support from the inpatient team. We pride ourselves on being flexible, passionate and dynamic in our approach to treatment and care and aim to work with young people in a collaborative and holistic manner. Our practice is guided by evidence and best-practice and we believe excellent clinical supervision and reflective spaces are essential maintain wellbeing and reflective practice.
Main duties of the job
We have a large MDT team to work alongside including; Teachers, Psychologists, Dietician, Occupational therapists, Family therapist, Consultant and Medical team, Administrators, Activity coordinators and Health care assistants. There is the opportunity to work alongside different disciplines to share knowledge, ideas and ensure that the assessment of a young person and their family is thorough and individualised.
You will have the opportunity to support the Ward Manager and Modern Matron in:
Provide day to day leadership to the ward and support the nursing team to develop. Supporting staff recruitment, assisting for interviews Delivering preceptorship & completing inductions Identifying training needs within the nursing team and resolving how to address these. Be part of the team who identifies training needs and delivers these to the nursing team. You will also assist in ensuring that the unit meets all Trust and National policies and guidelines and may support the implementation of any audits or changes in standards or policy alterations.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
If you think you have the right skills and values to offer us at this exciting time, then we would very much like you to hear from you. Please do get in touch with Svetlana Hinze on 01865901400 or [email protected] if you have any questions or queries about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
Desirable
Management courses/qualifications
Experience Essential
Understanding of Child Protection issues. Understanding of the multidisciplinary approach. Understanding of the effects of mental illness on young people and their families Extensive demonstratable experience working in CAMHS or inpatient units
Desirable
Experience in quality improvement projects
Skills/Knowledge Essential
A good understanding and working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 Leadership experience
Desirable
Ability to adapt to different approaches of care.
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 Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address Meadow Unit, Warneford Hospital
Warneford Lane
Headington
OX3 7JX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)