Senior Nurse - Youth Justice & Trauma-Informed Care Lead

NHS; Workington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in North Cumbria is seeking a Senior Nurse for Youth Justice to manage the health needs of children in contact with the youth justice system. The role involves coordinating care, supporting young people's well-being, and collaborating with various partners. Applicants should be registered nurses with relevant qualifications and substantial experience managing complex cases. This position requires excellent communication and leadership skills, offering benefits like a generous holiday scheme and NHS discounts.

Benefits

27-day holiday scheme

NHS Discounts

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Substantial experience of managing an extensive and complex caseload at a senior nurse level.
• Experience assessing health needs and formulating care plans.
• Understanding of child development and health inequalities.

Responsibilities

• Manage an individual clinical caseload.
• Coordinate health services across various providers.
• Develop and implement health support pathways for young people.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work flexibly

Effective leadership and decision making skills

Information management and IT skills

Planning and prioritization skills

Education

Current Registered Nurse - RN/Child/LD/MH

BSc (Hons) Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN)

Qualification in mental health

Qualification in sexual Health

Teaching and Assessing in Clinical Practice

Job description

A healthcare trust in North Cumbria is seeking a Senior Nurse for Youth Justice to manage the health needs of children in contact with the youth justice system. The role involves coordinating care, supporting young people's well-being, and collaborating with various partners. Applicants should be registered nurses with relevant qualifications and substantial experience managing complex cases. This position requires excellent communication and leadership skills, offering benefits like a generous holiday scheme and NHS discounts.