Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic, dynamic and committed qualified mental health nurses to work in the Psychiatric liaison team based at NSECH hospital at Cramlington. We are seeking to appoint highly motivated Band 6 staff within the adult psychiatry pathway as part of the 24/7 service. This is an interesting and varied role, working in fast-paced environments including Accident and Emergency and in-patient wards across the footfall of the acute trust. You will be responsible for undertaking biopsychosocial assessment and risk assessment, delivering brief interventions, liaising with other services and offering the acute Trust staff expert advice, as well as giving ongoing support and treatment to patients, as required. The successful candidate will be joining a team with well-established links with the acute trusts, community and will be expected to contribute to the ongoing development of the service. We have a fantastic Clinical Reference Group for all CNTW Liaison Teams with biweekly teaching, dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist for adult pathway, Nurse Consultant, psychology, pharmacy and Clinical Leadership team. The service operates 24/7 and there is an expectation that the successful person will work shifts/bank holidays/nightshifts. We have access to the acute site facilities including a GYM and health and wellbeing hub. Main duties of the job In Liaison psychiatry, staff undertake comprehensive biopsychosocial mental health assessments alongside robust risk and safety planning assessments. When patients remain in the acute hospital for medical treatment, we provide liaison interventions which may include brief psychological interventions. Liaising with professional's involved in the person's care including family and carers, acute care staff, social care and other services. About us We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Date posted 07 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 263-CCG25-004-HN Job locations Northumberland and North Tyneside Psychiatric Liaison team NSECH, Northumbrian way CRAMLINGTON NE236NZ Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 7th January 2025 Closing date : 21st January 2025 We welcome your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 7th January 2025 Closing date : 21st January 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist Mentor Training Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post. Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post. Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection. Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation. Knowledge and Experience Essential 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need. Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives. Skills and Competencies Essential Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Clinical experience of working with children and young persons Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist Mentor Training Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post. Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post. Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection. Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation. Knowledge and Experience Essential 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need. Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives. Skills and Competencies Essential Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Clinical experience of working with children and young persons 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address Northumberland and North Tyneside Psychiatric Liaison team NSECH, Northumbrian way CRAMLINGTON NE236NZ Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)