Nurse Team Leader Prisons inSt. Ann's Road inSt. Ann's Road PUBLISHED
MON 30 DEC 2024
NHS Professionals Limited rOX1jVLY
This versatile role, based at HMP Pentonville and HMP Brixton, offers flexible shifts with competitive pay rates and opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment. Candidates should possess experience in a forensic setting, demonstrate leadership skills, and have a strong background in mental health services. NHS Professionals ensures autonomy in work scheduling, promoting a healthy work-life balance while fostering a sense of community among its staff.
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.
- RMN with NMC registration
- ENB 998 or teaching equivalent
- Dip/BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing, Social Work or Occupational Therapy
- Evidence of further post registration education and training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification.
- Recognised training in teaching/mentorship/supervision.
- Act as lead nurse for a defined group of patients and liaises with the primary / associate nurses to ensure a consistent approach to delivering care.
- Act as the charge nurse for the unit, organising clinics if required, data collection as required and provide a holistic care approach to the clients.
- Enter and maintain records using electronic and paper based systems.
About us
Job Title: - Nurse Team Leader Prisons
Trust: - Barnet, Enfield and Haringey MH NHS Trust
Location: HMP Pentonville & HMP Brixton
Pay Rate: Day £20.36 per hour
Sat/Nights £25.45 per hour
Sun/Bank Hols £30.54 per hour
Contract length: On going full time Long term
Shift Pattern: - Full time/Part time
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
About the Trust
We provide a wide range of mental health services to people living in Barnet, Enfield and Haringey. We also provide physical healthcare to people in Enfield.Our Mission is to improve the health and well being of the people we serve.
Why might this job interest you?
Being a Nurse Team Leader Prisons in the NHS is a versatile and impactful role that spans across various healthcare settings, from hospitals to community clinics. It involves providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages and backgrounds, addressing both acute medical needs and long-term health management. The flexibility in scheduling allows general nurses to balance their professional responsibilities with personal commitments, ensuring they can deliver compassionate and effective care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
What you can add:
- RMN with NMC registration
- ENB 998 or teaching equivalent
- Dip/BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing, Social Work or Occupational Therapy
- Evidence of further post registration education and training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification.
- Recognised training in teaching/mentorship/supervision.
- Act as lead nurse for a defined group of patients and liaises with the primary / associate nurses to ensure a consistent approach to delivering care.
- Act as the charge nurse for the unit, organising clinics if required, data collection as required and provide a holistic care approach to the clients.
- Enter and maintain records using electronic and paper based systems.
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
What you'll need:
- Post registration experience as a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse/OT or Social Worker, preferably within a Forensic Setting.
- Experience / Interest In group work, talking therapies and therapeutic activities.
- Experience of working within a Trauma informed framework.
- Experience of working with Neuro developmental Disorders.
- Minimum of 18 months post qualification experience
- Experience of working within a specialist area of mental health
- Experience of leading a team to achieve objectives and high standards of patient care
- Experience of developing and maintaining effective links with external agencies to enhance patient care
- Experience of writing reports and acting as an advocate for service users
- Experience of conducting appraisals and personal development planning and of providing feedback in a constructive way
*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
- Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
- Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
- Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
- First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
- Our team is always happy to help- access our support line any time.
- Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
- Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
- Explore different wards,keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
- Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
Apply Today
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
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