Bank Band 5, Learning Disabilities Nurse, Warren Court in Abbots Langley inAbbots Langley PUBLISHED THU 30 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section
Job description
We currently have opportunities to join the Nursing Bank within Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT). In particular we are looking for temporary staff to work as and when required often at short notice at Band 5 level, in one of our Units, Warren Court, Woodside Rd, Abbots Langley. If you're already employed by HPFT, please do not apply and email us at roles on the bank are for as and when workers and therefore in particular may suit those already working part-time, with other commitments, or who want to work on a short-term basis.HPFT provides services for service users with mental health, learning disability and children's and adolescent mental health problems. Applicants should have some experience of working in a healthcare setting particularly within learning disabilities services. HPFT has a range of healthcare settings across the County and therefore access to a car would be beneficial unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2which prevents you from driving
All applicants need to hold a valid NMC Statement of Entry and should have completed Preceptorship and can evidence this.
You will work in close collaboration with other professionals in assessing service user's needs, devising care plans and evaluating outcomes that promote service user empowerment through the process.
You will work alongside the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and will participate in the assessment and treatment to provide high quality, individualised care, which addresses the needs of the service users.
You will support the Charge Nurse and the Team Leader to ensure that the service is managed effectively and efficiently in all aspects.
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You will work in close collaboration with other professionals in assessing service users needs, devising care plans and evaluating outcomes that promote service user empowerment through the process.
You will work alongside the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and will participate in the assessment and treatment to provide high quality, individualised care, which addresses the needs of the service users.
You will support the Charge Nurse and the Team Leader to ensure that the service is managed effectively and efficiently in all aspects.
- Actively fulfil the role of Named Nurse for the individuals in the service area, providing a holistic approach to service user assessment, treatment, review and management of packages of care
- Ensure that the statutory requirements of the MHA 1983 (amended 20and Mental Capacity Act are observed and applied
- Have the clinical skills relative to the delivery of care in the service areaTo have effective working relationships with other professionals within the service area, across the Strategic Business Units, (SBUs) Trust and other NHS providers and key stakeholders
- Contribute towards effective management and utilisation of resources with service area
- Lead a nursing staff team in the absence of the Charge Nurse.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
Requirements
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Benefits
Benefits are provided by the employer and will be confirmed during your application.
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