Staff Nurse - Incentives Apply inHellingly inHellingly PUBLISHED THU 31 OCT 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa PERMANENT
CRIMINAL JUSTICE MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS NIGHTS NMC

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust respFsB2

The role of Staff Nurse on Ash Ward at the Hellingly Centre with Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust involves working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a challenging yet rewarding environment. Ash Ward is a 15-bedded male secure and forensic ward that caters to service users with complex backgrounds, including experiences of trauma and violence. This position includes responsibilities such as supervising junior staff, managing shifts, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining clinical documentation. The Trust offers a £4,000 incentive for positions within bands 5-7, alongside a relocation package of up to £8,000.

Candidates must be qualified nurses registered on the NMC, with a passion for supporting individuals in the criminal justice system. Experience in mental health settings is advantageous, but not essential. The Trust is committed to staff development, providing regular supervision, training, and opportunities for professional growth, including pathways to advanced clinical practice. Both newly qualified and experienced nurses are encouraged to apply, benefiting from a comprehensive preceptorship program.

As a Staff Nurse on Ash Ward you will be an integral part of our multi-disciplinary team. This is a challenging but incredibly rewarding role, providing the opportunity to work on a busy and dynamic ward and to gain a variety of skills and experiences.

Ash ward is a specialist 15-bedded male Secure and Forensic ward. We have to consider a complex picture for our service users, who are often victims of significant trauma and abuse, but also perpetrators of violence.

The Hellingly Centre is a Secure Hospital, comprising of three Medium Secure Wards and one Low Secure Ward. Situated in rural East Sussex, close to Hailsham, Eastbourne and Lewes, we enjoy the benefits of both beautiful countryside and the convenience and amusements larger town links provide.

This post offers the Trust's £4,000 Incentive for band 5-7 Nurses & Practitioners, as well as a relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 (subject to terms and conditions).

To protect the health and safety of our staff/workers, patients, and those attending our sites, we encourage our workforce to get fully vaccinated against COVID

Previous applicants need not apply.

As a Staff Nurse on Ash Ward, your main responsibilities are to:

Uphold the core values of the ward promoting openness, transparency and learning
Supervise and be an enthusiastic mentor of new and junior staff
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Manage shifts as a nurse in charge
Work a mixture of shifts including Long Days (07:00 - 19:30) and Nights (19:00 - 07:30)
Conduct thorough assessments of risks and risk management plans to support incidents on the ward

You will be working with service users who have committed criminal offences, but have often also been victims themselves. Service users regularly experience stigma for both mental health and offending history, so our role is to develop trusting and safe relationships which balance being collaborative and supportive with sound risk management skills.

No two days are the same; while we have structure and set boundaries, there is always a need to be able to adapt to what is a dynamic ward environment.

About us
To be a successful Staff Nurse on Ash Ward you will be:

A qualified nurse, registered on the NMC (We encourage student nurses who are due to qualify to apply and interview with us)

Passionate about improving the lives of individuals who are being held within the criminal justice system

Understanding that this is a challenging but hugely rewarding work setting

It would also be advantageous if you:

Have experience working within a mental health setting

Development and Training

We are committed to investing in staff and offer regular quality supervision, reflective practice, in-depth training and development opportunities.

The Forensic Healthcare Service supports nurses to undertake both academic and professional development opportunities including nurse prescribing, advanced clinical practice and multi-professional responsible clinicians. We are keen to offer staff the support to progress through a clinical career pathway and have nurses undertaking MSc programs and degree modules.

Hellingly Centre is a member of Quality Network for Forensic Mental Health Services. QNFMHS benchmarks via peer reviews, creating opportunities for qualified staff to become certified peer reviewers for nationwide forensic services.

Newly Qualified Nurses

Newly qualified nurses/preceptees and experienced nurses are all welcome to apply.

If you are a newly qualified nurse, you will have access to both the Sussex partnership NHS Foundation Trust preceptorship scheme, but also our specific forensic CDS preceptorship scheme. This allows for peer support and learning and promotes additional learning, reflective practice, self-reflection and a dynamic space to explore specific areas you highlight as learning needs.

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Mental health has emerged as a critical issue in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis highlighted the fragility of mental well-being across different demographics, from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly. It has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health care, accessibility, and the stigmas often associated with mental illnesses. Learn more...

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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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