Staff Nurse (RMN)

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

Preceptorship and mentoring

CAMHS training opportunities

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an RMN Staff Nurse to join Pebble Lodge in Bournemouth. The role is based in a 10-bed CAMHS in-patient unit serving young people aged 13-18 with acute mental illness.

We welcome both newly qualified and experienced nurses. The post offers a comprehensive induction, preceptorship, mentoring and access to CAMHS training in risk assessment and interventions. A range of shifts (full-time and part-time) is available to suit your needs.

Qualifications

• We welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced nurses.
• CAMHS training and risk assessment knowledge are beneficial.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centred care for adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual care to adolescents within a CAMHS in-patient unit.
• Establish and maintain liaison with multidisciplinary teams, families and carers.
• Participate in prevention and management of violence and aggression training.

Job description

Dorset HealthCare are looking for a RMN Staff Nurse to join their motivated team based at Pebble Lodge in the beautiful town of Bournemouth.

We would welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced Nurses.

Pebble Lodge is a 10 bed adolescent mental health in-patient unit who offer innovative and high quality care to young people age 13-18 who are suffering from acute mental illness. Pebble Lodge was the first CAMHS Unit to implement a number of new initiatives including Parents Evenings, CLIP (Collaborative Learning in Practice) and a new Peer Specialist Service, this is something we have National recognition within the QNIC forum.

We are looking to appoint a caring and compassionate RMN Staff Nurse. In return we offer a fantastic induction programme, preceptorship and mentoring support, access to training in specialist CAMHS interventions and risk assessment.

We Are a 24-hour Service And Have a Variety Of Shifts Including Part Time And Full Time Hours To Support Your Needs

• Long Days - 07:00-20:00


• Nights – 19:30 – 07:30

For further information and informal discussion please contact Lauren Evans Ward Manager on 01202 545404 or at [e-mail]

As a RMN nurse at Pebble Lodge you will be working within a supportive team to provide individual care to those within the unit in accordance with the integrated care programme approach. There will be activities where you will be required to assist in the organisation and be responsible for the safety and well‑being of young people. As a RMN nurse you will be required to establish and develop effective liaison and communication with all disciplines, agencies, parents, carers and service users.

You will be required to undertake a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined‑up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward‑looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lauren Evans Job title: Ward Manager Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01202 545400

Sophie Middleton - Clinical Manager

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