This is an opportunity to join the Newham Clozapine Clinic team on a part-time and fixed term basis initially. If you are interested in trying out being part of a specialist team that provides high standards of both mental and physical health care, then this might be for you. It may also suit someone looking to develop their skills or wanting to introduce some variation into their working week. You will be joining the team at an interesting time, with the opportunity to be part of thinking about how specialist teams like this organise effectively alongside emerging neighbourhood working.
Main duties of the job
- To run a Phlebotomy Clinic for patients on Clozapine medication in Newham
- To provide a consistently high standard of mental health care to people in Newham, working with a defined caseload based on up-to-date nursing theory.
- To liaise with other care providers in Newham to facilitate a comprehensive service for individual clients.
- To promote and maintain a specific focus and interest in the care of people with long term and service mental health needs.
- To liaise and work closely with in-patient services in Newham to promote a seamless service.
About us
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.
Job responsibilities
- To run a Phlebotomy Clinic for patients on Clozapine medication in Newham
- To provide a consistently high standard of mental health care to people in Newham, working with a defined caseload based on up-to-date nursing theory.
- To liaise with other care providers in Newham to facilitate a comprehensive service for individual clients.
- To promote and maintain a specific focus and interest in the care of people with long term and service mental health needs.
- To liaise and work closely with in-patient services in Newham to promote a seamless service.
Education
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
Experience
- To work effectively as part of a team and facilitate productive working relationships
- Able to engage with serious mental health problems in a holistic manner
Skills
- Able to run the Clozapine clinic and take blood of patients on Clozapine medication.
- Able to work jointly with team colleagues or colleagues from the statutory/non-statutory agencies either through direct client contact or in a clinical consultative capacity.
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.
£45,953 to £54,254 a yearper annum pro rata Inc HCA
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Clozapine Link Nurse employer: London Ambulance
London Ambulance Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff. With a strong commitment to frontline operations, employees benefit from a supportive work culture, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career advancement within the healthcare sector. Working in vibrant locations like Rainham and Hither Green, you will play a crucial role in ensuring essential medical supplies are delivered efficiently, making a meaningful impact on community health.
