Lead Nurse/ CPN

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Lead Nurse/ CPN NHS AfC:

Band 6 Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'. We've been rated 'good' overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust. We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our "People First Culture" which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences. Job overview The post holder will be clinically responsible for supporting the delivery of a flexible, responsive local service within the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). They will work collaboratively with colleagues, key partners and those within the local community to develop services to meet the mental health needs of the community. The post holder will employ a wide range of skills, building on and developing their expertise and actively seeking advice and collaboration with issues which may not be readily within their sphere of competence. As a senior registered practitioner, they are professionally and legally accountable under the NMC code of professional practice. Main duties of the job The role of Lead Nurse includes supporting and managing a complex caseload, initial assessments, assessing risk, developing collaborative care plans, undertaking the role for duty worker, administering depot injections, attending CST meetings and working closely with our partners in health and social care. As a Lead Nurse there is a requirement to support and develop Student Nurses and to supervise junior members of the team. The successful candidates will receive regular clinical and managerial supervision, with access to professional development. In the Older Peoples Division, development of knowledge and skills is actively encouraged, with training opportunities supported wherever possible. Working for our organisation Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'. CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust." Benefits include: Commitment to flexible working where this is possible 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training Generous NHS pension scheme Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits Health service discounts and online benefits Incremental pay progression Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7 Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network Health and wellbeing opportunities Structured learning and development opportunities Detailed job description and main responsibilities 1. Utilise best evidence to undertake a core mental health assessment to Triage, Assess, Formulate, Plan, implement and evaluate care for patients referred within the Neighbourhood. 2. The post holder will participate in the duty system and home safe (lone working) system regularly as required and ensure that awareness of clinical and resource information is used analytically to inform decisions that meet service user, team and organisational objectives. 3. Take the lead role in the development of a collaborative care plan that includes delivering care as a non-medical prescriber under the supervision if trained and competent to do so. 4. The post holder will assume the role as a lead professional/Care Co-ordinator for patients under their care. 5. Provide clinical supervision and accountability as designated by the Service Manager. 6. Responsible for the delivery of core interventions and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP), and where appropriate specialist interventions. 7. Ensure the therapies provided should be appropriate to meet the specific needs of the individual based on their diagnosis, life stage and abilities. 8. The post holder will promote health education in accordance with the Trust "Making Every Contact Count" and based upon individual's holistic assessments. 9. Ensure that patients on their caseload have up to date safety plans in place, completed in collaboration and shared where appropriate across the health community. 10. Work in conjunction with current Trust Care Programme Approach processes, assuring that clinical systems are in place for individuals on their caseload. 11. The post holder will be responsible for assuring individuals on their caseload have a personalised plan of care that is formulated, with agreed outcomes associated with current evidence. 12. The post holder will ensure that the physical health needs of individuals on their caseload are screened, monitored and appropriately responded to. 13. To act as an assessor and supervisor for student nurses as and when required. 14. Ensure recordkeeping is adhered to in accordance with Trust policy, procedures and NMC guidelines. 15. To engage appropriately with carers and ensuring carers assessments are completed in accordance with the Carer's act 2014. 16. To support and advocate for individuals on caseload, for example when specialist placement is required. 17. The post holder will be expected to provide interventions to patients experiencing a wide variety of diagnoses. 18. Interventions provided will be within the practitioner's sphere of competency and within their major skill set, the practitioner is expected to liaise with colleagues who may be more experienced within a particular field as and when required. 19. To ensure up to date knowledge and skills in the administration of inter muscular injections. As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Worker route we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visa's and Immigration. Please note that as the current salary threshold is £25,000 it is unlikely we will be able to offer sponsorship for this post as without 2 years previous NHS Service at Band 3 you will commence at the bottom of the pay band which currently does not meet the minimum salary requirement for sponsorship (bank and agency service is excluded). This would apply to anyone who has current time limited right to work in the UK and would require sponsorship in the near future commencing at the bottom of the band. For details on eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.

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Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Person specification Skills Essential criteria Ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally to the organisation Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities Car driver/ability to meet the travel requirements of the post Competent on computer systems/microsoft packages Knowledge/ Experience Essential criteria Experience of working with people who have severe and enduring needs Experience of supervising staff and students Detailed knowledge of legislation relevant to Mental Health and Specialist practice where appropriate Working knowledge of the principles of CPA (Care Programme Approach) where appropriate Extensive knowledge of the principles of Safety planning Post preceptorship experience at band 5 Values Essential criteria Compassionate Be responsive, listen and positive Engage and Encourage Attainment/ Qualifications Essential criteria Registered RMN Degree/ Diploma in Nursing Mentorship qualification or equivalent Additional Information Flexible Working As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern. Disability Confident Employer The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know. If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or email dchst.recruitment@nhs.net and we will be happy to provide assistance. DBS Checks The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month's salary. This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download Lead Nurse/ CPN CMHT Job Description ( PDF , 416.4 KB ) Person Specification Lead Nurse CMHT ( PDF , 416.4 KB ) Guidance Notes for Completing the Application Form ( PDF , 138.1 KB ) Personal Accountability Charter ( PDF , 8.1 MB ) Inclusivity at DHcFT ( PDF , 1.2 MB ) Apply online now Further details / informal visits contact Name Beckie Richardson Job title Service Manager Email address beckie.richardson@nhs.net Telephone number 0300 123 2673 Additional information Please contact Beckie with any questions Telephone contact 0300 123 4011 (option 2)