Charge Nurse - CAMHS PICU

Integrated Care System; Oxford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity as a Charge Nurse in a purpose-built psychiatric intensive care unit in Oxford, supporting young people during vulnerable stages of their illness. The role involves leading a nursing team, implementing supportive care models, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide outstanding care. Candidates should have experience in acute management and working in a CAMHS/PICU environment, while vibrant leadership and a commitment to mental health support are essential.

Benefits

Excellent career progression opportunities

27 days annual leave, rising to 33

NHS Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Staff accommodation available

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a CAMHS/PICU environment.
• Proven experience in a psychiatric intensive care unit.
• Energetic and enthusiastic about supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of nursing staff, ensuring the delivery of outstanding care.
• Implement the Positive Behaviour Support model and manage care in a psychiatric environment.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to foster a supportive culture.

Skills

Acute management

Collaboration with young people

Leadership

Positive Behaviour Support

Job description

Make a Difference to the Lives of Young People in Need

Do you want to support young people during a vulnerable stage of their illness? Do you have a keen interest in delivering high-quality care in a psychiatric intensive care unit? If so, we'd love for you to join our Meadow Adolescent PICU team in Oxford.

We are seeking a Charge Nurse to be part of our purpose-built psychiatric intensive care unit designed specifically for young people. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact while working in an environment that offers both challenge and growth.Key Responsibilities: o Lead and support a team of nursing staff, ensuring the delivery of outstanding care to young people. o Implement the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model on the ward, promoting a therapeutic and supportive environment. o Provide acute management and care, working closely with a multidisciplinary team. o Foster a culture of empathy, safety, and respect for all young patients.Why Join Us? o Be part of a new and innovative team that is committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people. o Work in a purpose-built facility that offers state-of-the-art resources and a supportive work environment. o Opportunities for professional development and career progression.If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and make a meaningful difference to the care of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an individual who is energetic and enthusiastic about working collaboratively with young people and their families, offering containment and support to the wider nursing team. This individual should be committed to utilising acute nursing skills at the highest level to ensure the least restrictive care possible is being delivered.You will have the opportunity to work alongside the ward manager and be involved in the development of the nursing team and the wider development of the CAMHS PICU service.

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
• 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 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.

Person Specification

Experience

Experience

• Experience of acute management
• Experience working in a Psychiatric intensive care unit

Working with young people

• Experience of working within a CAMHS/PICU environment
• Working within a CAMHS PICU

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.

£38,682 to £46,580 a yearper annum/pro-rata (plus £1475 financial incentive)