Enhanced Care Team Leader

Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust; Dartford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking an Enhanced Care Team Leader to manage and support a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional care to patients with complex needs. This role involves leading a multidisciplinary team, developing protocols, and ensuring high-quality clinical support. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to mental health awareness, contributing to a safe and therapeutic environment for patients. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to continuous improvement and inclusivity in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing clinical teams and delivering mental health support.
• Ability to develop protocols and guidelines for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational efficiency of the enhanced care team and staff development.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Report on team effectiveness and reduce restrictive practices.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Support

Mental Health Awareness

Team Management

Protocol Development

Education

Nursing Qualification

Relevant Clinical Training

Job description

Enhanced Care Team Leader

The enhanced care team offers additional support across all wards and departments for patients who may require extra assistance due to unfamiliar surroundings, medication issues, mental health concerns, or challenging behavioral needs.

Enhanced care is an essential part of a therapeutic plan, ensuring the safe and sensitive monitoring of patients' physical and psychological wellbeing while building therapeutic relationships. The team may support 'cohorted' patients or those requiring 1-1 support.

Responsibilities

1. Manage the operational efficiency of the enhanced care team, including staff development, training, and working within the set budget.
2. Provide professional leadership within the clinical area, offering direction and inspiration to multidisciplinary team members.
3. Develop protocols, guidelines, and patient information materials.
4. Collaborate with ward teams and the Liaison Psychiatry Service to deliver high-quality clinical support aligned with the principles of least restriction.
5. Ensure systems are in place for planning, providing, and reviewing enhanced care services.
6. Deliver therapeutic interventions to patients with mental health conditions, cognitive impairments, or psychological distress.
7. Regularly report on team effectiveness, focusing on reducing restrictive practices and incidents of harm.

Our Commitment

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer, reflecting the communities we serve, and creating an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and are dedicated to continuous quality improvement to enhance patient care.

Additional Information

If you are considering applying, please note that NHS staff may contact vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and annually against the Flu to ensure safety for all.

Contact for Further Details

Name: Lauren Julie-Rusz
Job Title: Lead Nurse for Enhanced Care
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]