Job summary
- Main area
- Mental Health
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Bank
- Hours
- Part time
- Other
- Job ref
- 070-BMHN-0424
- Employer
- Powys Teaching Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Across Powys
- Town
- powys
- Salary
- £28,834 - £35,099 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/04/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Bank - Registered Mental Health Nurse
Band 5
Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 1,2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12 per hour - £23,465 per annum. This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2024/25 is confirmed
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join mental health services in Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) within Older Persons Mental Health Services (OPMHS).
We are currently seeking to recruit a highly motivated Registered Nurse to work on for the Powys bank. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed and innovative person to join our specialized team. You will carry out assessment of needs on the OPMH unit for people who present with functional and/or organic problems. You will work alongside the ward team to provide plans of appropriate therapies and activities to aid and approve functioning.
All applicants are invited to apply in welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will work closely with the clinical lead, Ward Manager and local clinical teams. Operational management will be provided by the Ward Manager and professional accountability will be ensured through regular supervision with the clinical lead. We care for our patients 7 days a week, 24 hours a day so you will need to have the flexibility to take part in a full shift system including nights, bank holidays and weekend working.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
We are committed to exploring innovative ways of working to enhance patient experience. We know that our success depends on the commitment and dedication of our staff and we aim to recruit and retain the best staff possible.
We want Powys Teaching Health Board to be an enjoyable and fulfilling place to work. We know that feeling valued at work has a positive impact on both staff and patients and our Values and Behaviours Framework highlights our commitment to this.
We aim to enhance patient and carer experience and also to provide a high quality of care and deliver high professional standards.
If you are an experienced registered nurse and interested in applying for our post, please complete the on-line application.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will work alongside the in-patient team, helping to deliver excellent, evidence-based care. Responsibilities include: in-patient care co-ordination, assessment of mental health, holistic risk assessment, planning and delivery of care, along with facilitating discharge planning.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualification
Essential criteria
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable criteria
- ECDL
- CBT qualifications
- Risk Assessment WARRN
Experience
Essential criteria
- Able to undertake a comprehensive holistic assessment – CTP assessment
- To communicate verbally and effectively with service users, managers and other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Able to use computers for report writing and updating service records
- Able to develop and maintain professional relationships within a multi-disciplinary team
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the post
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential criteria
- Principals of Recovery
- Effective skills and knowledge of: Psychosocial interventions
- Clinical supervision
Desirable criteria
- Supporting finding homes
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to travel to meet the requirements of the post
- Person centred and non judgmental
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak welsh
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Joanne Williams
- Job title
- Deputy Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01597828705
- Additional information
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