This permanent Band 5 post is for a mental health or learning disability nurse on Bridford Ward (female) or Harford Ward (male), two 19-bed acute wards at the Glenbourne Unit. The role centres on assessing patients' care needs, delivering and evaluating their care plans, and taking regular charge of the ward while supervising and teaching other staff. The unit is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, and the post runs on a 7-day rota with job sharing considered. Visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route may not be available.
What the job involves
- Assess patients' care needs and develop, implement and evaluate care programmes
- Take regular charge of the ward
- Supervise qualified and unqualified staff and teach them, including students
- Act as Named Nurse or Associate Nurse for a group of patients
- Deliver planned nursing care to patients in the acute phase of illness, acting on evaluation
- Be responsible for drug administration in line with policy
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and implement its decisions
- Communicate clearly with patients, families and other professionals, and liaise with other wards and services
- Take part in clinical governance and quality improvement, such as audit and policy development
- Take part in multidisciplinary reviews, ward rounds and care planning, and in meetings such as case conferences and mental health tribunals
- Involve patients in their care plans and give them a copy
- Take part in the Glenbourne response team for untoward incidents and provide student mentorship
What’s required
Qualifications
- Registered Mental Health Nurse or Diploma in Mental Health
Experience
- Multidisciplinary working
Skills & knowledge
- Assessment, prioritising and administration skills
- Communication, interpersonal and empathy skills
- Leadership, supervision of junior staff and ability to take charge
- Teamwork, management ability and computer skills
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, statutory requirements and confidentiality
- Knowledge of PCF, nursing process, Named Nurse duties, medicines administration and psychiatric illness
Other
- Responsible and self-motivated
- Able to manage own stress
- Flexible and reliable to work a 24/7 day-service rota
Nice to have
- ENB 998
- RMN
- Relevant post-registration experience
- Life experience in a wide range of settings
- Mentorship or equivalent
- Group interaction, recreation and diversion skills
- Change management skills, physical intervention and team nursing techniques
- SystmOne trained
What’s offered
- Protected CPD time
- Training pathways
- Leadership programmes
- Funding for qualifications such as the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships
- Induction and preceptorship programmes
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Staff Nurse employer: LIVEWELL SOUTHWEST
Livewell Southwest is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. As a Senior Mental Health Lead in Plymouth, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with complex mental health needs while benefiting from ongoing training and development initiatives. Our commitment to recovery-oriented care ensures that you will be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality services in community settings.
