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Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • Leicester
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You must have RMN qualification, experience with complex mental health needs, strong interpersonal skills, leadership ability, time management, and flexibility. DBS cost covered by you.
  • You will manage your own caseload, conduct comprehensive patient assessments, collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team, and supervise less experienced staff while providing clinical guidance.

Requirements

  • Job Requirements
  • Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification
  • Experience working with individuals with complex mental health needs
  • Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team
  • Good therapeutic and interpersonal skills
  • Enthusiasm and commitment to high quality care
  • Ability to organise and plan own caseload
  • Strong time management skills
  • Ability to undertake comprehensive assessments
  • Experience in providing clinical supervision
  • Leadership and supervision skills
  • Flexible working hours availability
  • Permission to work in the UK
  • Cost of DBS disclosure to be met by the individual

Responsibilities

  • The successful candidate will be responsible for organising and planning own caseload as an autonomous practitioner and monitoring those of other team members to meet patient priorities and service needs (e.g peer audits).
  • To also work in a multi-disciplinary framework and to prioritise and organise workload effectively and use time management skills which may result in the requirement to readjust plans as situations change/arise such as crisis needs of patients/tribunal reports and Mental Health Act meetings.
  • The post holder will respond to referrals from Primary care, outpatient and ward settings by undertaking comprehensive assessments of patients who may have complex needs (Mental Health, physical, emotional & psychosocial) using investigative, analytical and clinical reasoning skills to provide accurate reports of their condition and to feed this back to the professionals involved in their care both written and verbally.
  • To receive clinical supervision on a monthly basis and supervise and co-ordinate less experienced staff and students working with the post holder, ensuring the standards of good practice are consistently achieved through leadership and supervision whilst providing advice, training and education to other members of the MDT/colleagues regarding nursing and evidence based interventions.

FAQs

What is the main role of the Nurse - Community position?

The main role involves maintaining a clinical caseload and fulfilling responsibilities as a Care Coordinator while delivering high-quality mental health assessments and treatment programs within a multidisciplinary team.

What are the primary responsibilities of this position?

The primary responsibilities include organizing and planning one’s own caseload, responding to referrals, conducting comprehensive assessments, providing leadership and supervision to less experienced staff, and managing risk and treatment plans for patients.

What qualifications or experience do I need to apply?

Candidates should have experience as a Mental Health Nurse and possess good therapeutic and interpersonal skills. They are also encouraged to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to high-quality care.

Will there be opportunities for development and training?

Yes, there will be opportunities for development, including access to University Courses such as Non-Medical Prescribing.

Are there any specific locations for this role?

Yes, the role involves visiting patients in their own homes and communities as well as running clinics at the team base and other community venues in West Leicestershire.

Is supervision provided for staff in this role?

Yes, the post holder will receive clinical supervision monthly and will also supervise and coordinate less experienced staff and students.

What are the working hours for this position?

The position may offer flexible working arrangements, and requests for alternative hours or varied working patterns will be considered in line with the flexible working policy.

Are there any conditions regarding recruitment?

All substantive roles require appointments to be subject to a 6-month probationary period, and applicants must have permission to work in the UK.

Is there a requirement for a DBS check?

Yes, a DBS disclosure will be required, and the cost will be met by the individual, deducted from their salary once they start.

Will preference be given to certain applicants?

Yes, applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet the essential criteria will have preference for interview.

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Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Creating high quality compassionate care and well-being for all

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust provides a wide range of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care tailored to the needs of individuals and communities. They aim to improve mental health and well-being through integrated care, research, and innovation, focusing on delivering person-centered services that enhance overall quality of life.200