Bank RMN - London, United Kingdom - Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Description

Job summary

To covershifts in various departments across the Acute Trust where theMulti-Disciplinary Team have identifiedthat a Registered Mental Health Nurse is required to provide care to patientswith complex and enduring mental health needs.

Main duties of the job

To covershifts in various departments across the Acute Trust where theMulti-Disciplinary Team have identifiedthat a Registered Mental Health Nurse is required to provide care to patientswith complex and enduring mental health needs. Understandsthe requirements of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of LibertySafeguards in relation to consent and best interest decision making. To utilise specific care planning tools asinstructed by the clinical team contained in Trust policy (Managing Challenging Behaviour in Older Adults withCognitive Impairment Policy) for patients with specific needs whennecessary nursing care plan for the confused and disorientated patient,and behaviour chart for patients with cognitive impairment.Establishing and maintaining effective communicationwith assigned patients, carers and relatives.Ensuresthat clear and accurate records and communication systems relating to clinicaland care delivery are maintained and effectively direction of the nurse in charge is able to support optimum patient caremanagement including supporting the patient with their activities of dailyliving.

About us

Lewisham & GreenwichNHS Trust

BANK Registered MentalHealth Nurses (RMN)

New Harmonised Local PayRates with unsocial enhancements

Weekly Pay

NHS Pension Scheme

Employee On-Line (EOL)

Support with Revalidation

WOULD YOU LIKE THE OPPORTUNITYTO WORK AROUND OTHER COMMITMENTS ON AN AD-HOC BASIS

There are opportunities at Queen Elizabeth Hospital inWoolwich and Lewisham Hospital to work on an ad hoc basis as a RegisteredMental Health Nurse.

We are currently looking at increasing our supply of RMNs towork on both sites in a variety of departmentson an as and when required basis.

You will be registered with the NMC as an RMN and have a MINIMUM OF 6 MONTHS POST REGISTRATION, NHSEXPERIENCE WITHIN A MENTAL HEALTH SETTING. You will have excellentinterpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to supervise andsupport other team members. Reliability,confidence and commitment are essential characteristics you will need tosucceed in this role.

Onlyshort listed candidates will be notified by email.

Allshortlisted candidates will be required to sit a drug calculation test prior tobeing offered an interview. This testwill be based on the Queen Elizabeth site and details will be sent ifshortlisted. We are anequal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all sections of thecommunity. Lewisham& Greenwich NHS Trust operate strict screening procedures for posts withaccess to vulnerable adults and children.

Job description

Job responsibilities

LEWISHAM & GREENWICH NHS TRUST

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. JOBDETAILS

Post Title: Bank Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Grade: Local Pay Rates

Hours: Ad Hoc

Department/Ward: Bank

Reports To: WardManager/Team Leader

Accountable To: Director of Nursing and Education

Location/Sites Lewisham Hospital

& Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich

2. JOBPURPOSE

To covershifts in various departments across the Acute Trust where theMulti-Disciplinary Team have identifiedthat a Registered Mental Health Nurse is required to provide care to patientswith complex and enduring mental health needs.

The postholders under the direction of a nurse in charge, is accountable for theprovision, organisation, and direction of safe and person centred nursing careapproaches for patients.

As abank member of staff you will liaise with all staffing groups so that the bestpossible care is given to meet the individual needs of patients.

3. ORGANISATIONALPOSITION

Site Manager

Matron

Ward Manager

Nurse In Charge

Bank Nurse

4. KEYRESPONSIBILITIES

Practices in accordancewith the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate guidelines.In collaboration with theclinical (Multi-disciplinary) team assess the mental health care needs ofpatients and assist in developing programmes of care and implement psychologicalinterventions as agreed. Participate in the Admission Procedure and ensurethat it is undertaken as smoothly as possible and that discharges / transfersare communicated effectively with patients and that all appropriate agenciesare informed of the discharge / transfers and all necessary arrangements made

To utilise specific care planning tools asinstructed by the clinical team contained in Trust policy (Managing Challenging Behaviour in Older Adults withCognitive Impairment Policy) for patients with specific needs whennecessary nursing care plan for the confused and disorientated patient,and behaviour chart for patients with cognitive impairment.

Co-ordinating care for thepatient and work in partnership with the patient, clinical team and the specialisthealthcare providers to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans andprogrammes of care .Establishing andmaintaining effective communication with assigned patients, carers andrelatives.

Understandsthe requirements of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of LibertySafeguards in relation to consent and best interest decision making.

Observesconfidentiality of patient information at all times and complies with DataProtection Act (1984)

Ensuresthat clear and accurate records and communication systems relating to clinicaland care delivery are maintained and effectively used.

Underdirection of the nurse in charge is able to support optimum patient caremanagement including supporting the patient with their activities of dailyliving.

Taking prompt action on changes in condition,liaising with other members of the clinical team when necessary, reviewingnursing care and communicating any amendments to the programmes of care.

ProfessionalThe RH (MH) is accountable for any action undertaken inthe course of duty, and is aware of the limits of his/her responsibilities andreports promptly to the appropriate personnel any matter that falls outsidethese responsibilities.

Willdevelop within the Scope of Professional Practice taking responsibility for ownprofessional growth and keeps up to date with professional developments.Attends study days and courses as appropriate.

Willkeep himself/herself aware of new developments in nursing within scope ofpractice

Willadhere to the current uniform policy.

Observeand continually promote equal opportunities in compliance with the Trust'spolicies on Equality and Diversity and Dignity at Work.

Health & SafetyObserve and comply with the Trust's policies andprocedures for Health and Safety ensuring the environment in which you work issafe, clean and tidy and comply with standard infection control precautions toprevent or minimise the spread of micro-organisms and communicable diseases topatients, staff and surrounding community.

Reports any deficiency in the agreedhygiene standard to the appropriate personnel.

Ensures that equipment is maintained inworking order and correctly used.

When commencing duty in the ward, youwill familiarise yourself with emergency procedures relating to fire andresuscitation. Will be sure of the rolethey play in the team and be able to safely participate in an emergency. Will attend annual training for fire andresuscitation.

Will know the Moving and Handlingpolicy and take responsibility for ensuring safe moving and handlingtechniques, making use of appropriate aids.Attend annual update training.

Is familiar with the Major IncidentPolicy and the role of their ward/department within it.

Reports all accidents and incidents to relevantpersonnel and is aware of relevant documentation.

Clinical Governance

Keeps the ward manager and ModernMatron informed of changes in the ward environment particularly when thosechanges affect standards of care, and reports any unsafe areas to theappropriate personnel.

Will participate in ward ordepartmental quality assurance activities.

Will participate in the development,implementation and evaluation of quality standards.

Will take into account patients, andother consumer views when developing and assessing quality standards.

This jobdescription is intended to be a guide only to the general scope of the post andnot an exhaustive list of duties, you may therefore be required to undertakeother duties commensurate with your grade.

This is a description of the job as it is presentlyconstructed. This will be periodicallyreviewed and updated to ensure that the job description fully reflects theduties and responsibilities required.This will be done by the line manager in consultation with thepostholder.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Confidentiality

Confidentiality/dataprotection regarding all personal information and Trust activity must bemaintained at all times (both in and out of working hours) in accordance withprofessional codes of conduct and relevant legislation such as the DataProtection Act. The post holder shouldensure that they are familiar with and adhere to all Trust Informationgovernance policies and procedures. Anybreach of confidentiality will be taken seriously and appropriate disciplinaryaction may be taken.

EqualOpportunities

Promotethe concepts of equality of opportunity and managing diversity Trust wide.

Healthand Safety

Employeesmust be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health andSafety at Work Act 1974, paying due regard to health and safety in theworkplace and management of risk to maintain a safe working environment forservice users, visitors and employees.

Infection Preventionand Control Employeesmust be aware of their responsibilities to protect service users, visitors andemployees against the risks of acquiring health care associated infections, inaccordance with Trust policy.

ProfessionalStandards and Performance Review

Maintainconsistently high professional standards and act in accordance with therelevant professional code of conduct.Employees are expected to participate in the performance reviewprocess.

Service/DepartmentStandards

Supportthe development of performance standards within the Service/Department toensure the service is responsive to and meeting the needs of its customers.

Finance

AllTrust staff will comply with the financial processes and procedures.

Safeguarding.Children

Employeesmust be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Children Act1989, 2004.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NMC

Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.

An ability to develop a therapeutic relationship.

An ability to work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team

A knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with mental health problems.

A knowledge of the

Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards

Demonstrates an ability to develop therapeutic relationships.

Ability to present information both written and oral and communicate this effectively.

An ability to develop ones own practice using the supervision process.

Flexible in one's approach to interventions.

Desirable

Mentorship Training

Other professional development.

Experience of shift

co-ordination.

Experience of supervising and mentoring junior staff and students.

Experience of racial awareness/

diversity training

IT skills

Clinical skills relevant to the post applied for.

Skilled in the Communication of sensitive issues.

Skilled in supervision of others, and in providing critical and constructive feedback.