Staff Nurse

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber Foundation Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust in Rotherham is seeking a dedicated nurse for a new older adults ward to provide care for patients with mental health conditions, including dementia. The role involves a focus on patient-centered care and requires excellent communication skills along with a strong understanding of mental health legislation. Candidates with a passion for working with older adults are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Demonstrate a passion for working with older adults.
• Must possess knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for assessment, planning, and implementation of care.
• Conduct clinical risk assessments for clients.
• Provide guidance and involvement in decision-making.
• Oversee admission, treatment, and discharge processes.
• Develop care plans as a named nurse.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Passionate about working with older adults

Excellent knowledge of the MHA/MCA

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity to join our new older adults ward, specialising in care for older adults experiencing mental health conditions including dementia. We provide 24 hour care within a purpose‑built assessment and therapy unit, working within a multidisciplinary approach that optimises individual recovery. We are an activity‑driven, multidisciplinary team with a focus on person‑centred care that supports both clients and their carers.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for further assessment, planning and implementation of care using a MDT approach.
• Conduct appropriate clinical risk assessments of clients within our care.
• Provide effective advice, guidance and involvement in the decision‑making process alongside clients, culminating in the development and overview of care planning with MDT support.
• Oversee admission, assessment, treatment and discharge for individuals within our care.
• Be responsible for the care and assessment of individuals as a named nurse and develop a care plan within this role.

Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work to excellent standards both independently and as part of the team.
• Passionate about working with older adults.
• Excellent knowledge of the MHA/MCA.

About Us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 4,000 colleagues and offers a wide portfolio including mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. The organisation is committed to developing its people and holds a learning half day every month for colleagues. View our Strategy at: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/ and learn more about working for RDaSH at: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/. We value inclusive cultures and encourage curiosity about allyship (see https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q).

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here: https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf

How to Apply / Further Details

For informal visits or further details, contact: Name: Angela Paterson, Ward Manager. Email: [e-mail]. Telephone: [phone].