Staff Nurse - Aspen

Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesProfessional Duties? To be actively involved in the development of team nursing on the Adult In-patient ward, assuming the role and responsibility of a named nurse by assessing, planning and implementing programmes of nursing care for individual patientswithin your allocated team. In collaboration with patients develop individual care plans and refer onto other agencies as needed. Involve families/carers, were appropriate, throughout the admission pathway in the development of treatment packages, being mindful of their educational needs and level of support. To evaluate and modify nursing care in accordance with the Care Programme Approach and facilitate the developing discharge plans. To actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and contribute to clinical decisions regarding clients in your care. To manage caseloads effectively, making the best use of time and resources. To ensure that any unresolved issues for clients and their relatives/carers are identified and referred to the appropriate personnel. To keep accurate and timely professional records of nursing care, ensuring confidentiality is maintained. To assist in the development of service standards and clinical audit. To participate in development and implementation of new initiatives, incorporating researched based practices. To participate in clinical supervision.

Who we're looking for

You might currently be in another NHS Trust, the private sector, or working through an agency. You might be based in Greater Manchester, Yorkshire, or the wider North West. Wherever you are in your career - if you're looking for safer staffing, better support, and meaningful development, Pennine Care is ready to welcome you.

Education / Qualifications

Essential: - Registered Mental Health Nurse Qualification

Knowledge

Essential: - The Mental Health Act 1983 and Code of Practice.; - Legislation relating to discharge and aftercare.; - Care Planning and Management

Desirable: - Clinical Risk Management.

Experience

Desirable: - Previous experience of working on an acute Mental Health ward

Skills and Abilities

Essential: - Evidence Based Practice.; - Communication Skills; - Excellent Inter-personal Skills; - Ability to negotiate constructively.; - Care Planning and Management.

Desirable: - Managing Violence and Aggression Skills; - De-escalation of violence and aggression.; - IT Skills

Motivation and Attitude

Essential: - Willingness to learn.; - Self Starter; - Calm Relaxed manner.

Desirable: - Can work on own initiative.