Nursing Assistant - Doncaster, United Kingdom - Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

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Doncaster, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber Mental Health

NHS Foundation Trust

Acute All Age Mental Health Inpatient Service

Band 2 Nursing Assistant

Permanent Full Time Posts hours per week

[Rotational shifts to meet the needs of the service]

If you excel at motivating and caring for others - then we can offer exciting opportunities to join one of our Doncaster Care Group teams within the adult mental health inpatient services.

The adult mental health inpatients services consist of two 20 bed acute ward our 6 bedded psychiatric intensive care unit, which also includes the 136 suites.

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and compassionate people, who have the skills and incentive to work alongside our patients on the mental health inpatient wards located on the Tickhill Road Hospital Site in Balby.

We provide specialist assessment and treatment services for adults of all ages experiencing an acute phase of their illness, often while detained under the Mental Health Act.

You will complete assigned tasks involving direct patient care, in support of and under the supervision of a registered nurse, working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, undertaking activities and duties, which contribute to meeting the physical, psychological and personal needs of individual patients, ensuring that a high standard of care is achieved and maintained at all times.

To support and care for people within the all age acute care pathway, positively assisting them to cope during the acute phase of a mental illness, completing assigned tasks involving direct patient care, in support of, and under the supervision of a first level nurse.

Applicants must be able to evidence previous care experience, preferably within a mental health setting, be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service, be able to communicate effectively and positively contribute to our strong team ethos.

You will also need to have the physical fitness required to prevent and manage challenging behaviour.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation.

Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role