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The post holder will work as a member of the inpatient nursing team on a ward that provides care and treatment to patients with anorexia, addressing the patients' physical health as well as mental health needs.
Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust provides local, regional and national award-winning healthcare services. We have more than 3.300 staff working out of 20 main sites serving a population of 1.2 million people. We provide community health services and mental health services for young people, adults and older people. Our North London Forensic Service treats and cares for people in the criminal justice system who have mental health conditions. We also provide one of the largest eating disorders services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services. We are an organisation that is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion; one that prides itself in developing the leadership capabilities of its employees, looking after their health and wellbeing, creating safe spaces for staff to speak up and providing opportunities to mentor and be mentored. Our employees are the reason for delivering Good CQC ratings, excellent outcomes and outstanding patient experiences, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed.
Job overview
The post holder will work as a member of the inpatient nursing team on a ward that provides care and treatment to patients with anorexia, addressing the patients' physical health as well as mental health needs. To participate as an active member of the multidisciplinary team and provide a therapeutic experience to patients, both as a Primary nurse and also as part of the general therapeutic milieu on the ward. To promote the effective treatment, care and support of clients who have eating disorders.
Main duties of the job
- To practice core values of recovery by focusing on improvement in functions rather than symptoms and assisting in developing social and occupational roles for service users.
- Establish effective working relationships with service users, carers and families and encourage their participation in the recovery process
- To assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care that is based on best practice and delivers high standard of nursing care.
- To co-ordinate the individual's assessment and subsequent care plan as agreed with the multi-disciplinary team.
- To effectively communicate with clients, family and colleagues
- To work in partnershipwith service users and carers, rehabilitation service managers and third sector who provide supported accommodation and vocational rehabilitation.
- Ensure that statutory and legal requirements of care are incorporated safely within each patient's programme of care.
- To meet the physical, psychological, social and cultural needs of the individual and their family, using research based knowledge and skills to maintain the individual's identity.
- Observe the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 ensuring the patient is fully informed of their legal position and their rights under the Act.
Working for our organisation
Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust provides local, regional and national award-winning healthcare services. We have more than 3.300 staff working out of 20 main sites serving a population of 1.2 million people. We provide community health services and mental health services for young people, adults and older people. Our North London Forensic Service treats and cares for people in the criminal justice system who have mental health conditions. We also provide one of the largest eating disorders services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services.
We are an organisation that is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion; one that prides itself in developing the leadership capabilities of its employees, looking after their health and wellbeing, creating safe spaces for staff to speak up and providing opportunities to mentor and be mentored. Our employees are the reason for delivering Good CQC ratings, excellent outcomes and outstanding patient experiences, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please kindly refer to the job description and person specification by clicking on the JD/PS attachment in the advert.
Person specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
- professional registration RMN
- first degree, mental health
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
- Experience of working within a mental health setting (as a student for newly qualified staff)
- Identify, initiate and manage effective practice in a patient centred way Working knowledge of MHA 1983.
- Identify, initiate and manage effective practice in a patient centred way Working knowledge of MHA 1983.
- Knowledge of the principles of diversity to be applied to clinical and workplace practice in relationships with service users, their relatives and carers and colleagues
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential criteria
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the personal and clinical needs of individual service users, their relatives and carers.
- Ability to negotiate and influence.
- Able to participate in effective teamwork.
- To make balanced judgements and decisions.
- To have a flexible and creative approach to problem solving
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential criteria
- Ability to work well within a team
- Ability to take charge of ward and show initiative
- Display 'can do attitude and positive attitude to change
- Good verbal / written communication skills
Person specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
- RMN/RGN/RNLD
- Recognized degree registration under the NMC
Desirable criteria
- Training in CBT, FBT, DBT, Systemic therapy
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a mental health setting
- Experience of assessing and managing risk appropriately
- Can demonstrate clear evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable criteria
- Working with patients with eating disorders
- Supervising junior staff and student nurses
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential criteria
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Effective organisational and delegation skills
- To plan, implement and evaluate treatment, applying evidence base practice
Desirable criteria
- Understanding refeeding syndrome
If you have been unemployed for a period of four years or more, please give the details of your last employer and one character referee of your choice (not members of your family). If more applicable, references will be requested from your teacher or head of faculty. Please ensure you provide full contact details.
Vacancies that are advertised as Fixed Term Contracts will also be available as secondment opportunities for substantive internal staff.
Please be aware that your documents eg. Passport/NI Card, will be electronically scanned using Home Office accredited Verification System.
Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts, we will close vacancies before the stated closing date once the first
50
applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.
All non-medical posts with the Trust are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the Trust's satisfaction, your suitability for the position in which you will be employed.
Should you not hear from us within three working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.
By applying for this role, you accept in the event you are successful that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which is aimed at improving efficiencies within the NHS both to make costs savings for NHS organisations but also to save you time when your employment transfers.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
- JOB DESCRIPTION & PERSON SPECIFICATION (PDF, 440.6KB)
- Functional Requirements (PDF, 258.2KB)
- Applicant Information Pack (PDF, 1.6MB)
Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust provides local, regional and national award-winning healthcare services. We have more than 3.300 staff working out of 20 main sites serving a population of 1.2 million people. We provide community health services and mental health services for young people, adults and older people. Our North London Forensic Service treats and cares for people in the criminal justice system who have mental health conditions. We also provide one of the largest eating disorders services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services.
We are an organisation that is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion; one that prides itself in developing the leadership capabilities of its employees, looking after their health and wellbeing, creating safe spaces for staff to speak up and providing opportunities to mentor and be mentored. Our employees are the reason for delivering Good CQC ratings, excellent outcomes and outstanding patient experiences, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed.
Job overview
The post holder will work as a member of the inpatient nursing team on a ward that provides care and treatment to patients with anorexia, addressing the patients' physical health as well as mental health needs. To participate as an active member of the multidisciplinary team and provide a therapeutic experience to patients, both as a Primary nurse and also as part of the general therapeutic milieu on the ward. To promote the effective treatment, care and support of clients who have eating disorders.
Main duties of the job
Working for our organisation
Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust provides local, regional and national award-winning healthcare services. We have more than 3.300 staff working out of 20 main sites serving a population of 1.2 million people. We provide community health services and mental health services for young people, adults and older people. Our North London Forensic Service treats and cares for people in the criminal justice system who have mental health conditions. We also provide one of the largest eating disorders services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services.
We are an organisation that is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion; one that prides itself in developing the leadership capabilities of its employees, looking after their health and wellbeing, creating safe spaces for staff to speak up and providing opportunities to mentor and be mentored. Our employees are the reason for delivering Good CQC ratings, excellent outcomes and outstanding patient experiences, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please kindly refer to the job description and person specification by clicking on the JD/PS attachment in the advert.
Person specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential criteria
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential criteria
Person specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
If you have been unemployed for a period of four years or more, please give the details of your last employer and one character referee of your choice (not members of your family). If more applicable, references will be requested from your teacher or head of faculty. Please ensure you provide full contact details.
Vacancies that are advertised as Fixed Term Contracts will also be available as secondment opportunities for substantive internal staff.
Please be aware that your documents eg. Passport/NI Card, will be electronically scanned using Home Office accredited Verification System.
Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts, we will close vacancies before the stated closing date once the first
50
applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.
All non-medical posts with the Trust are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the Trust's satisfaction, your suitability for the position in which you will be employed.
Should you not hear from us within three working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.
By applying for this role, you accept in the event you are successful that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which is aimed at improving efficiencies within the NHS both to make costs savings for NHS organisations but also to save you time when your employment transfers.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
We are an organisation that is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion; one that prides itself in developing the leadership capabilities of its employees, looking after their health and wellbeing, creating safe spaces for staff to speak up and providing opportunities to mentor and be mentored. Our employees are the reason for delivering Good CQC ratings, excellent outcomes and outstanding patient experiences, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed.
Job overview
The post holder will work as a member of the inpatient nursing team on a ward that provides care and treatment to patients with anorexia, addressing the patients' physical health as well as mental health needs. To participate as an active member of the multidisciplinary team and provide a therapeutic experience to patients, both as a Primary nurse and also as part of the general therapeutic milieu on the ward. To promote the effective treatment, care and support of clients who have eating disorders.
Main duties of the job
- To practice core values of recovery by focusing on improvement in functions rather than symptoms and assisting in developing social and occupational roles for service users.
- Establish effective working relationships with service users, carers and families and encourage their participation in the recovery process
- To assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care that is based on best practice and delivers high standard of nursing care.
- To co-ordinate the individual's assessment and subsequent care plan as agreed with the multi-disciplinary team.
- To effectively communicate with clients, family and colleagues
- To work in partnershipwith service users and carers, rehabilitation service managers and third sector who provide supported accommodation and vocational rehabilitation.
- Ensure that statutory and legal requirements of care are incorporated safely within each patient's programme of care.
- To meet the physical, psychological, social and cultural needs of the individual and their family, using research based knowledge and skills to maintain the individual's identity.
- Observe the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 ensuring the patient is fully informed of their legal position and their rights under the Act.
Working for our organisation
Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust provides local, regional and national award-winning healthcare services. We have more than 3.300 staff working out of 20 main sites serving a population of 1.2 million people. We provide community health services and mental health services for young people, adults and older people. Our North London Forensic Service treats and cares for people in the criminal justice system who have mental health conditions. We also provide one of the largest eating disorders services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services.
We are an organisation that is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion; one that prides itself in developing the leadership capabilities of its employees, looking after their health and wellbeing, creating safe spaces for staff to speak up and providing opportunities to mentor and be mentored. Our employees are the reason for delivering Good CQC ratings, excellent outcomes and outstanding patient experiences, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please kindly refer to the job description and person specification by clicking on the JD/PS attachment in the advert.
Person specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
- professional registration RMN
- first degree, mental health
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
- Experience of working within a mental health setting (as a student for newly qualified staff)
- Identify, initiate and manage effective practice in a patient centred way Working knowledge of MHA 1983.
- Identify, initiate and manage effective practice in a patient centred way Working knowledge of MHA 1983.
- Knowledge of the principles of diversity to be applied to clinical and workplace practice in relationships with service users, their relatives and carers and colleagues
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential criteria
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the personal and clinical needs of individual service users, their relatives and carers.
- Ability to negotiate and influence.
- Able to participate in effective teamwork.
- To make balanced judgements and decisions.
- To have a flexible and creative approach to problem solving
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential criteria
- Ability to work well within a team
- Ability to take charge of ward and show initiative
- Display 'can do attitude and positive attitude to change
- Good verbal / written communication skills
Person specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
- RMN/RGN/RNLD
- Recognized degree registration under the NMC
Desirable criteria
- Training in CBT, FBT, DBT, Systemic therapy
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a mental health setting
- Experience of assessing and managing risk appropriately
- Can demonstrate clear evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable criteria
- Working with patients with eating disorders
- Supervising junior staff and student nurses
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential criteria
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Effective organisational and delegation skills
- To plan, implement and evaluate treatment, applying evidence base practice
Desirable criteria
- Understanding refeeding syndrome
If you have been unemployed for a period of four years or more, please give the details of your last employer and one character referee of your choice (not members of your family). If more applicable, references will be requested from your teacher or head of faculty. Please ensure you provide full contact details.
Vacancies that are advertised as Fixed Term Contracts will also be available as secondment opportunities for substantive internal staff.
Please be aware that your documents eg. Passport/NI Card, will be electronically scanned using Home Office accredited Verification System.
Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts, we will close vacancies before the stated closing date once the first
50
applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.
All non-medical posts with the Trust are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the Trust's satisfaction, your suitability for the position in which you will be employed.
Should you not hear from us within three working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.
By applying for this role, you accept in the event you are successful that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which is aimed at improving efficiencies within the NHS both to make costs savings for NHS organisations but also to save you time when your employment transfers.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
- JOB DESCRIPTION & PERSON SPECIFICATION (PDF, 440.6KB)
- Functional Requirements (PDF, 258.2KB)
- Applicant Information Pack (PDF, 1.6MB)
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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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