Registered Mental Health Nurse

NHS; Stockport; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join the NHS as a Registered Nurse within the Physical Health & Treatment Team in Stockport. The role involves administering treatments, monitoring patient health, and contributing to a multidisciplinary approach to care for individuals with severe mental health needs. Candidates must possess the relevant qualifications and experience to excel in this vital healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Clinical experience within the NHS required.
• Trained in venepuncture or willingness to complete training.
• Experience in Depot Clinics, Clozapine Clinics, or ECT Suites is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Administer anti-psychotic medications and monitor physical health.
• Facilitate the day-to-day functioning of the Clozapine Clinic.
• Undertake physical health checks and interpret results.

Skills

Organisational skills

Verbal communication

IT skills

Time management

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Registered General Nurse

Good Standard of General Education

NMP

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse to join the Physical Health & Treatment Team within Stockport.

Main duties of the job

The successful post holder will hold the role of the Physical Health & Treatment Team Practitioner and will be part of a multidisciplinary team who administers anti-psychotic medication, offers the treatment of ECT and monitors the physical health of patients open to secondary mental health services.

The post holder will be based across multiple sites, promoting continuity of care and effective communication regarding the treatment and support for patients under the care of secondary care mental health services.

About us

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Job responsibilities

Take a lead in facilitating the day-to-day functioning of the Clozapine Clinic, with support and guidance from qualified professionals such as the nursing team, consultants and pharmacists.

Monitor the effects and side effects of Clozapine medication in the community, with guidance from relevant professionals, such as the nursing team, consultants and pharmacists.

To administer intramuscular injections and monitor the effects of these, with the knowledge of contraindications and side effects, being able to relay accurate information to patients in a format that they are able to understand in accordance with trust policies.

To undertake venepuncture in the context of physical health monitoring, after relevant training and ongoing guidance.

To undertake physical health checks, interpret results and respond to and report concerns appropriately. (No moving and handling required).

To take part in the running of the ECT clinic and perform duties as specified. Including ECT session handovers, management, and recovery of patients on the ECT pathway.

To be actively involved in the development of team-based nursing, assuming the responsibilities of assessing, planning, and implementing a programme of nursing care for individual clients within the team.

To support patients, plan and implement programmes of nursing care to meet their individual needs, referring to other agencies as appropriate.

To evaluate and modify nursing care in accordance with the Care Programme Approach and facilitate the development of discharge plans.

To actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and contribute to clinical decisions regarding patients in your care.

To take part in group caseloads, with the support of the team and management.

To keep accurate and timely professional records of nursing care, ensuring confidentiality is maintained in line with Trust policy.

To assist in the development of service standards and participate in clinical audit.

To participate in the development and implementation of new initiatives, incorporating researched based practices.

To participate in clinical supervision.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Good Standard of General Education
• Registered General Nurse
• NMP

Experience

• Clinical Experience within the NHS
• Experience of working witt clients with complex mental health needs
• Previous experience within Depot Clinics
• Previous experience within Clozapine Clinics
• Previous Experience of working within ECT Suites

Knowledge

• Good understanding of Severe Mental Illness (SMI)
• Knowledge of treatment and interventions appropriate for individuals with acute mental health needs
• Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of the Mental Health Act processes and the Mental Capacity Act
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues
• Knowledge of current policy and guidance in relation to the development of Mental Health Services
• Specialist knowledge of treatment interventions used within SMI

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Good organisational and planning skills
• Venepuncture trained, or willing to complete
• Ability to complete Physical Health checks or willing to complete training
• Ability to use PocHi Machine or willing to complete training
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to manage own time, prioritise workload and work to deadlines
• IT Skills

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.