Clinical Nurse Specialist

Norfolk And Suffolk Nhs Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist (RMN with Nurse Prescribing) for the Female Acute Inpatient Pathway at Hellesdon, with a strong focus on leadership, education and improving acute care pathways.

You will provide expert clinical leadership within a multidisciplinary team, drive evidence-based care, and supervise and mentor staff across Kestrel and Waveney wards, contributing to service development and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• RMN with Nurse Prescribing qualification
• Proven leadership and mentorship experience in clinical settings
• Experience within acute inpatient mental health pathw ay is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the MDT in care, treatment and therapy with focus on risk management and care coordination
• Lead and motivate staff to deliver high quality care and implement evidence-based practice
• Shape and develop the Female Acute Inpatient Pathway across Waveney and Kestrel wards
• Engage in service improvements, staff development and supervision

Skills

Clinical leadership

Mentoring

Education

Nurse prescribing

Education

RMN

Non-Medical Independent Prescriber

Degree level qualification

Tools

N/A

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist (RMN with Nurse Prescribing Qualification) with advanced clinical skills to join the Female Acute Inpatient Pathway in Hellesdon. We want applicants who are keen to be part of transformation and improvement in the area of our acute care pathway; people who can offer strong clinical leadership, education and mentoring to the team.

We value creativity, innovation and passion towards providing excellent patient care; a resilient practitioner, who is aware of and able to cope with the pressure and unpredictability of acute ward.

The successful candidate will work closely alongside the multidisciplinary team (MDT), providing expert clinical leadership, supporting complex clinical decision-making, and championing high standards of evidence-based care.

Main duties of the job

There is two posts one on Kestrel ward which is an all female ward 16 bed and Waveney ward all female acute 17 beds, we are looking for highly motivated CNS to bring their experience and leadership skills to enhance the team.

You will be responsible to provide clinical leadership to the clinical team in the care, treatment and therapy of the client group, with a clear focus on clinical risk and its management, care planning, and co-ordination of care delivery within a well-resourced team, supported with regular supervision and providing opportunities to work in partnership with health and social care, linking into the multi-disciplinary service.

You will able to influence, lead and motivate staff at all levels within the clinical environment to deliver high quality care. CNS, you will provide expertise, support and advice to clinical practitioners regarding all aspects of clinical care including implementing best practise based on evidence based practice and National Guidance.

We are openly welcoming people from a diverse clinical background with experience in different areas of mental health.

About us

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing their experiences and learning from each other.

What can we offer in return?

This post offers an opportunity to work closely with the leadership team, and a varied MDT including psychology.

We offer a comprehensive induction programme. We believe that staff, who feel valued by their employers and are truly engaged, and able to provide better outcomes for our service users.

We have a culture of continued learning, which includes a variety of training, reflection, supervision and service development - these are facilitated by our senior clinical team, including our Clinical Nurse Specialists.

When you join us, you can expect regular clinical and management supervision with an emphasis on reflective practice. We hold a strong belief in team and individual development, you'll be provided with a full induction program and access to extensive training and career development.

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the Female Acute Inpatient Pathway, supporting both Waveney and Kestrel Wards to deliver excellent standards of care.

You will work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team, contribute to meaningful service improvements, support the development of staff, and make a real difference to the lives of the people we care for.

Interested?

If you are an experienced mental health nurse with a Nurse Prescribing Qualification and a passion for clinical leadership, quality improvement, and staff development, we would love to hear from you.

Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience at which has required supervision and mentorship of others.
• Extensive experience of practice within clinical area with proven track record in delivering high quality care.

Desirable

• Experience of implementing evidence-based practice and/or service improvement
• Teaching or training experience or qualification.

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN or equivalent professional qualification
• Non-Medical Independent Prescriber
• Degree Level Qualification or equivalent level

Desirable

• Study experience at Masters level, study at that level or equivalent experience.

Knowledge

Essential

• Able to demonstrate sound clinical expertise and knowledge of mental health disorders and their treatments

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel to all Trust locations if required.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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: Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address: Hellesdon Hospital, Drayton High Road, Norwich, NR6 5BE, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: MH Matron, Emily-kingsmill brown, [e-mail], 01603421698

Details

Date posted: 28 September 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year gross per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 246-CEN8308281

Job locations: Hellesdon Hospital, Drayton High Road, Norwich, NR6 5BE, United Kingdom

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