Bank Registered Mental Health Nurse

Powys Teaching Health Board; Llyswen; Sur place; GBP 27 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse to work in the in-patient Mental Health Ward. You will manage your own caseload, provide expert care for patients with complex mental health needs, and work within a multi-disciplinary team.

The role requires excellent communication, flexibility to work a full shift system including nights and weekends, and support for Welsh-speaking applicants.

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Professional Nurse
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Health Act Measure Wales and Mental Capacity Act (2005)
• Awareness of government/legislation pertinent to the clinical area
• Knowledge of Powys Teaching Health Board modernisation of services plan; Evidence of post graduate study
• Evidence of post graduate study

Responsabilités

• Work closely with the clinical lead, Ward Manager and local clinical teams; provide care within a multi-disciplinary team
• Manage own caseload of patients and act as an expert resource in care and treatment of patients with complex mental health needs
• Be flexible to work a full shift system including nights, bank holidays and weekends

Connaissances

Interpersonal and communication skills

IT literacy

Welsh language willingness

Teamwork and independence

Formation

Registered Mental Health Professional Nurse

Description du poste

SPONSORSHIP/VISACurrently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office's criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship or if they hold a Skilled Worker Visa/Health & Care Visa is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewedThis is a Bank position only

To work as a Registered Mental Health Nurse in the in-patient setting of the Mental Health Ward as directed.

The post holder will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude to working with people with complex mental health needs and work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

The post holder will manage their own caseload of patients, and act as anexpert resource in the care and treatment of patients experiencing a range of mental health problems relevant to the area of practice.

Please note this vacancy may be subject to closing early depending on the number of applications receivedPlease ensure you complete your application at your earliest convenience so that you do not miss the opportunity to apply

Main duties of the job

The successful post holder will work closely with the clinical lead, Ward Manager and local clinical teams. Operational management will be provided by the Ward Manager and professional accountability will be ensured through regular supervision with the clinical lead. We care for our patients 7 days a week, 24 hours a day so you will need to have the flexibility to take part in a full shift system including nights, bank holidays and weekend working.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Registered Mental Health Professional Nurse
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Health Act Measure Wales and Mental Capacity Act (2005)
• Awareness of specific government/legislation pertinent to the clinical area
• Knowledge of Powys Teaching Health Board modernisation of services plan Evidence of post graduate study
• Evidence of post graduate study

Experience

• Experience of multidisciplinary and/or multiagency working
• Experience of working within health settings
• Ability to support and influence change
• Experience of working with designated client group
• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills
• knowledge of safeguarding procedures
• Able to demonstrate empathy with patients and their families/carers
• Demonstrate an awareness of the need for self- development
• Analytical and judgemental skills to enhance the decisionmaking process to resolve complex issues/situations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• IT literacy
• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

Values/Other

• Demonstrates an ability to meet Health Board Values
• Special requirements to perform in the role e.g. ability to travel within geographical area when needed
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the unit
• Satisfactory DBS check

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.