Ambulance Triage Nurse (Ambulance Support)

Overview

An Ambulance Triage Nurse (Ambulance Support) is sought to join a fast paced urgent community care pathway, providing urgent crisis response to individuals experiencing mental distress within the community. You will work jointly with the Ambulance Paramedic clinician to provide immediate crisis care across the Mid and South Essex, support other Paramedic crews in managing patients with complex mental health needs, and collaborate with non-statutory and statutory services to support people in crisis.

You will conduct initial assessments, agree a formulation of need, and develop collaborative care plans underpinned by NICE guidance, delivering a range of interventions based on individual needs. Assessments and interventions may take place in patients’ homes, team bases, hospitals, other community settings, or via tele-coaching and assisted technology and online forums. The successful candidate will work within the Mid and South Essex area conducting assessments and interventions over a 24-hour period.

Responsibilities

• Work within the team to accompany colleagues for face-to-face support to Ambulance Paramedic crews in service users\\\' homes.
• Provide and oversee the management and care of patients; produce accurate and timely documentation in line with professional Code of Conduct and Trust policy.
• Conduct and manage maintenance of accurate records for all service users.
• Collaborate with colleagues and services to support people in crisis and ensure safe, effective care pathways.

Working for our organisation

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality networks.
• Access mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• Recognition awards for staff dedication.

Important information for applicants

• As part of your application, include professional references with business contact information covering the last three years of employment history (personal or character references are not accepted).
• As a newly appointed employee, you are responsible for the cost of your initial DBS check; the amount will be deducted from your first salary.
• Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applicants with experience of using mental health services; we encourage applications from people with disabilities and learning disabilities.
• If you require this application in another format (e.g., Braille or audio), contact the Recruitment Department.
• The Trust reserves the right to expire vacancies prior to the closing date and provides guidance on responses and timelines.
• Safeguarding: all staff are expected to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults; safer recruitment processes apply.
• COVID-19 vaccination requirements may apply as part of pre-employment checks where applicable by regulation.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years of service.
• Excellent pension (up to 14.5% of pensionable pay).
• Staff discounts including Blue Light Card and NHS offers.
• £8,000 relocation package to move to Essex.
• Season ticket loans (interest-free) for travel costs.
• Flexible working arrangements available from day one for most roles.