This nursing post sits on Alvaston Ward, a 16-bed low secure service at Cygnet Hospital Derby for women with emotionally unstable personality disorder or mental illness. The work centres on nursing assessments, written reports, care plans and medicines administration, plus audit and service development with the management team. Hours are 38.5 a week, rotating in two-week blocks of day and night shifts. Candidates need a current PIN and must pass an enhanced DBS check.
What the job involves
- Produce written reports based on nursing assessments and observations
- Work with the management team to develop the service, audit and improve quality
- Keep individual care plans complete and maintained with residents, relatives and other healthcare professionals, under NMC guidelines
- Administer prescribed medicines in line with healthcare procedure and Healthcare Commission guidelines
- Attend all training and engage in CPD to build knowledge and promote nursing
- Deputise in a clinical lead role
- Monitor, manage and reduce risk, with a focus on patient recovery
- Support and empower service user independence
Registration & licences
- NMC registration as RMN or RNLD with a current PIN
Experience
- Experienced RMN or RNLD
Skills & knowledge
- Able to maintain clinical documentation and undertake audits
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
- Understanding of current nursing practice
- Able to deputise in a clinical lead role
- Focus on patient recovery, monitoring and risk reduction
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Other
- Open, compassionate, honest and resilient
What’s offered
- Career progression within the region, including into management roles
- RCNi membership
- Monthly reflective practice, revalidation support and CPD opportunities
- Expert clinical supervision and peer support
- NHS and blue light discount
- Employee discounts and Cycle to Work scheme
- 24-hour free GP helpline
- Discounted gym membership, free eye tests and free meals on site
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
