Clinical Skills Practitioner

NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care provider in Wymondham is seeking an experienced professional to undertake physical health checks for patients with Severe Mental Illness. The role involves conducting observations, blood tests, and ECGs, while maintaining accurate patient records and communicating with healthcare teams. Ideal candidates will have a background in physical health care and an interest in mental health. Training for required skills will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing physical health checks.
• Willingness to undertake training for ECG and phlebotomy.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake physical health checks for patients with Severe Mental Illness.
• Carry out physical observations and necessary tests including ECG.
• Communicate with the Community Mental Health Team and GP.

Skills

Experience in Physical Health Care

Interest in Mental Health

Ability to document comprehensively

Effective communication with healthcare professionals

Job description

Overview

The role involves undertaking Physical Health Checks for patients registered with Severe Mental Illness, either in a clinic setting or in the patient's home. You will undertake physical observations, blood tests and an ECG if required. Training can be provided for ECG and phlebotomy if necessary. You will take a physical health history from the patient and be able to signpost them to appropriate health interventions as and when necessary. You will make full and accurate records of your care. You will communicate with the patient's Community Mental Health Team as well as their GP to ensure that they are well supported. You will report to your Community Team Manager, undertaking the Physical Health assessment for patients diagnosed with a Severe Mental Illness (SMI), either in clinic or as part of a home visit. The role necessitates accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous documentation in patient records and appropriate communication with other health care professionals including the patient\'s GP. Supporting the patient with health interventions that may be required as a result of your findings. Attending training as required and keeping up to date with developments in the field of care as appropriate. Working as part of a team, adhering to NSFT values.

Responsibilities

• Undertake physical health checks for patients with Severe Mental Illness in clinic or home settings.
• Carry out physical observations, blood tests and ECGs as required; training available for ECG and phlebotomy if needed.
• Take comprehensive physical health histories and signpost patients to appropriate health interventions.
• Maintain full and accurate documentation in patient records and communicate with the Community Mental Health Team and GP.
• Collaborate with the Community Team Manager and other health professionals to ensure patients are well supported.
• Attend training and keep up to date with developments in the care field.
• Work as part of a team and adhere to NSFT values.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience in Physical Health Care and an interest in Mental Health.
• Willingness to undertake ECG and phlebotomy training if required.
• Ability to take health histories, document comprehensively and communicate with healthcare professionals.