Clinical Nurse Specialist - Mental Health Professional
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust
Are you in a senior experienced band 6 or 7 role and looking for a change? Do you have a background in acute care providing assessments and enjoy crisis work? Then this role is for you. We are currently looking for people with excellent assessment and communication skills who perform well under pressure. The role of the Mental Health professional in ED is a fast-paced and dynamic role. The team provides 24/7 input into the Emergency Department delivering high calibre assessments, formulations, and care plans for individuals. If you are interested, please do get in touch to discuss the role. We welcome people coming to visit the team to gain a better understanding of the role. Main duties of the job
As part of the Liaison Psychiatry Service, the post-holder will contribute to the multi-disciplinary clinical assessment and management of patients referred to the service in collaboration with other team members. Providing and undertaking timely biopsychosocial assessments and risk management plans in accordance with CPFT's Clinical Risk Assessment and Management policy for adults presenting to the Acute Trust with mental health problems. This role is a permanent, full-time vacancy for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist / Mental Health Professional wanting to join the established liaison psychiatry emergency department team. The liaison psychiatry service is highly regarded nationally and is accredited through the Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Network (PLAN). The service aims to offer exceptional standards of care to all patients attending Peterborough City Hospital experiencing a comorbid mental health issue. This role will work 12.5 hour shifts across a 24/7 rota. About us
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life. Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care settings but also with the community. Job responsibilities
To assist in the delivery of a high-quality Liaison Psychiatry service within Peterborough City Hospital. Promoting a safe and effective service throughout the Emergency Department; this will be through training and giving expert advice and support to nursing and medical teams. Maintaining a visible, professional presence where patients, carers, and staff can turn for assistance, advice, and support. To participate in and promote close links with community mental health teams and other agencies to develop effective care plans. Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Registered Mental Health Nurse or equivalent professional registration. Evidence of relevant post-registration training and development. Independent and supplementary Prescriber. Recognised training qualification. Mentor and mentorship training or willingness to complete. Experience
Significant post-registration experience in working with people with mental health needs. Community and in-patient experience in mental health services. Considerable experience in the assessment and management of clinical risk. Experience in the planning and delivery of training and practice developments to staff. Experience of effective collaborative working. Evidence of ability to drive for results. Evidence of experience in service evaluation and improvements. Evidence of interdisciplinary/multi-agency working experience. Experience of working in Liaison Psychiatry. Skills/Abilities
Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality care and service provision. Competent IT skills including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to prioritise workload effectively, meeting expected deadlines. Excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Advanced interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate and work with a wide range of professionals. Ability to influence others effectively. Ability to work autonomously and effectively under pressure. Other requirements
Recognise people's right to privacy and dignity, treating every person with respect. Willingness to embrace integrated model and new ways of working. Ability to travel independently. Ability to work flexibly. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year, per annum, pro rata Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Full-time Reference number
310-ASMH-6606487-B Job locations
Peterborough City Hospital
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Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust
Are you in a senior experienced band 6 or 7 role and looking for a change? Do you have a background in acute care providing assessments and enjoy crisis work? Then this role is for you. We are currently looking for people with excellent assessment and communication skills who perform well under pressure. The role of the Mental Health professional in ED is a fast-paced and dynamic role. The team provides 24/7 input into the Emergency Department delivering high calibre assessments, formulations, and care plans for individuals. If you are interested, please do get in touch to discuss the role. We welcome people coming to visit the team to gain a better understanding of the role. Main duties of the job
As part of the Liaison Psychiatry Service, the post-holder will contribute to the multi-disciplinary clinical assessment and management of patients referred to the service in collaboration with other team members. Providing and undertaking timely biopsychosocial assessments and risk management plans in accordance with CPFT's Clinical Risk Assessment and Management policy for adults presenting to the Acute Trust with mental health problems. This role is a permanent, full-time vacancy for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist / Mental Health Professional wanting to join the established liaison psychiatry emergency department team. The liaison psychiatry service is highly regarded nationally and is accredited through the Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Network (PLAN). The service aims to offer exceptional standards of care to all patients attending Peterborough City Hospital experiencing a comorbid mental health issue. This role will work 12.5 hour shifts across a 24/7 rota. About us
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life. Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care settings but also with the community. Job responsibilities
To assist in the delivery of a high-quality Liaison Psychiatry service within Peterborough City Hospital. Promoting a safe and effective service throughout the Emergency Department; this will be through training and giving expert advice and support to nursing and medical teams. Maintaining a visible, professional presence where patients, carers, and staff can turn for assistance, advice, and support. To participate in and promote close links with community mental health teams and other agencies to develop effective care plans. Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Registered Mental Health Nurse or equivalent professional registration. Evidence of relevant post-registration training and development. Independent and supplementary Prescriber. Recognised training qualification. Mentor and mentorship training or willingness to complete. Experience
Significant post-registration experience in working with people with mental health needs. Community and in-patient experience in mental health services. Considerable experience in the assessment and management of clinical risk. Experience in the planning and delivery of training and practice developments to staff. Experience of effective collaborative working. Evidence of ability to drive for results. Evidence of experience in service evaluation and improvements. Evidence of interdisciplinary/multi-agency working experience. Experience of working in Liaison Psychiatry. Skills/Abilities
Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality care and service provision. Competent IT skills including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to prioritise workload effectively, meeting expected deadlines. Excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Advanced interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate and work with a wide range of professionals. Ability to influence others effectively. Ability to work autonomously and effectively under pressure. Other requirements
Recognise people's right to privacy and dignity, treating every person with respect. Willingness to embrace integrated model and new ways of working. Ability to travel independently. Ability to work flexibly. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year, per annum, pro rata Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Full-time Reference number
310-ASMH-6606487-B Job locations
Peterborough City Hospital
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