Job summary Are you a Mental Health nurse looking for a new role? Livewell Southwest, one of the most exciting organisations in Health & Social Care, is seeking enthusiastic practitioners to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary Community Mental Health Service. (CMHS) You will be joining the CMHS at an exciting point of change influencing how Community Mental Health Care is delivered leading local services in providing outstanding care in the community for clients. Main duties of the job The Core Team will work closely with other services to provide specialist mental health assessment and evidenced based treatments for people with severe and enduring mental health difficulties and complex presentations. You will be able to provide specialist clinical input and use a range of approaches to work with complexity, and to supervise and support junior team members of multi-disciplinary mental health professionals. All Livewell Southwest staff are expected to able and willing to work across a 7 day service. Job Share(s) Considered "please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility" Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity About us Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs. As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values,kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve. We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives. We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation. Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert. Date posted 03 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number B9832-2025-NM-9128 Job locations Cumberland Centre Damerel Close Plymouth PL1 4JZ Avon House Mount Gould Hospital Plymouth PL4 7QD Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder is responsible to the Manager of the Community Mental Health Service (CMHS) for the assessment of needs, development, implementation and evaluation of care for patients with a diagnosis of a severe and enduring mental health diagnosis. The practitioner is responsible for assessment of needs, development, implementation and evaluation of care, within the Personalised Care Framework. The post holder may be required to supervise junior staff within the CMHS. Accountability: The post holder is accountable to the Community Services Manager through the Line Management system within the CMHS. Pay & Conditions: The post holder must have completed training as a first level registered nurse in mental health with a currently valid registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Salary will be Band 5. Key Tasks and Responsibilities of the Post: The post holder will assess all new referrals as appropriate, at home or in a clinic setting, in accordance with the agreed Operational Policy. The post holder will provide nursing care and other interventions as appropriate in the right setting, in accordance with the agreed Operational Policy. The post holder will arrange for a defined group of practice patients to access other parts of Adult Mental Health Services and work closely with all other clinical professionals e.g. Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, Social Worker etc. The post holder will act as a Key Worker for a defined group of patients and organise care in accordance with the Personalised Care Framework. The post-holder will take part in clinical audits of the CMHS. The post holder will ensure that their clinical practice is based on evidence and good practice and in accordance with NICE guidance, and Livewell Southwest policy and procedures. The post holder will be individually accountable for their practice in accordance with the NMC professional code of conduct. Staff Management: The post holder may be responsible for supervising some junior staff within the CMHS. Liaison and Administration: The post holder will maintain close links with in-patient services at Glenbourne, Home Treatment Team, Social Care, Primary Care services, MAIS, and the voluntary sector. The post holder will keep up to date electronic/paper records of all patient and staff activity, ensuring these are kept in a safe place, in accordance with NMC guidelines, and Livewell Southwest policies including Data Protection Act and the Mental Health Act. The post holder will be aware of NMC and Livewell Southwest guidelines on record keeping, confidentiality, Mental Health Act and Data Protection Act. Professional Development and Education: The post holder will be required to keep up-to-date this will include Mandatory training, developments in mental health nursing or sphere of practice, and NMC Revalidation. The post holder will participate in the provision of relevant community placements and training programmes for nurses. The post holder will be required to ensure that they receive appropriate regular line management and clinical supervision in line with current policies of Livewell Southwest. The post holder will participate in an annual appraisal; this Job Description will be reviewed at this time. Please see attached full job despcrtion and person specification Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder is responsible to the Manager of the Community Mental Health Service (CMHS) for the assessment of needs, development, implementation and evaluation of care for patients with a diagnosis of a severe and enduring mental health diagnosis. The practitioner is responsible for assessment of needs, development, implementation and evaluation of care, within the Personalised Care Framework. The post holder may be required to supervise junior staff within the CMHS. Accountability: The post holder is accountable to the Community Services Manager through the Line Management system within the CMHS. Pay & Conditions: The post holder must have completed training as a first level registered nurse in mental health with a currently valid registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Salary will be Band 5. Key Tasks and Responsibilities of the Post: The post holder will assess all new referrals as appropriate, at home or in a clinic setting, in accordance with the agreed Operational Policy. The post holder will provide nursing care and other interventions as appropriate in the right setting, in accordance with the agreed Operational Policy. The post holder will arrange for a defined group of practice patients to access other parts of Adult Mental Health Services and work closely with all other clinical professionals e.g. Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, Social Worker etc. The post holder will act as a Key Worker for a defined group of patients and organise care in accordance with the Personalised Care Framework. The post-holder will take part in clinical audits of the CMHS. The post holder will ensure that their clinical practice is based on evidence and good practice and in accordance with NICE guidance, and Livewell Southwest policy and procedures. The post holder will be individually accountable for their practice in accordance with the NMC professional code of conduct. Staff Management: The post holder may be responsible for supervising some junior staff within the CMHS. Liaison and Administration: The post holder will maintain close links with in-patient services at Glenbourne, Home Treatment Team, Social Care, Primary Care services, MAIS, and the voluntary sector. The post holder will keep up to date electronic/paper records of all patient and staff activity, ensuring these are kept in a safe place, in accordance with NMC guidelines, and Livewell Southwest policies including Data Protection Act and the Mental Health Act. The post holder will be aware of NMC and Livewell Southwest guidelines on record keeping, confidentiality, Mental Health Act and Data Protection Act. Professional Development and Education: The post holder will be required to keep up-to-date this will include Mandatory training, developments in mental health nursing or sphere of practice, and NMC Revalidation. The post holder will participate in the provision of relevant community placements and training programmes for nurses. The post holder will be required to ensure that they receive appropriate regular line management and clinical supervision in line with current policies of Livewell Southwest. The post holder will participate in an annual appraisal; this Job Description will be reviewed at this time. Please see attached full job despcrtion and person specification Person Specification Qualifications Essential RMN/Dip HE - NMC Registration Desirable Supervisor and or assessor training in line with the University of Plymouth or willingness to complete this training. Experience Essential Relevant experience of working with adults with a history of severe and enduring mental illness. Demonstrable experience of formulating and implementing care plans and risk assessment/management plans Multi-disciplinary working and autonomous working Desirable Life experience in wide range of settings Experience within a community Mental Health setting Skills Essential Ability to travel across Plymouth Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner within a team including: Assessment skills Communication and liaison skills Leadership skills/ Supervisory skills Team working skills Self-management ability Prioritising workload/resources Administration skills Interpersonal skills Computer skills Risk assessment management Crisis management Lone working Ability to plan/implement a package of care in the community for patients with mental health problems Ability to manage a caseload ensuring record keeping meets the standards of Livewell Southwest. Responsible and self-motivated Able to manage own stress Flexible and reliable Empathic Desirable Ability to recognise and support stress in others A working knowledge of services and care pathways within Primary, secondary and third sector and statutory agencies Mentorship or equivalent Supervisor and or assessor training in line with the University of Plymouth Group Interaction Skills Specific Therapeutic interventions Positive risk management Full driving license Good working knowledge of the Care Quality Commission Knowledge Essential Applies knowledge of PCF and Key working Knowledge and understanding of a range of mental health presentations and their treatment including NICE guidelines and the ability to apply evidence-based practice Administration and storage of medicines and side effects Relevant legislation including Mental Health Act, Capacity Act, Human rights act, DOLS Confidentiality Desirable Ethical issues in relation to Mental Health Interest and awareness of national and local services developments Staff appraisal skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential RMN/Dip HE - NMC Registration Desirable Supervisor and or assessor training in line with the University of Plymouth or willingness to complete this training. Experience Essential Relevant experience of working with adults with a history of severe and enduring mental illness. Demonstrable experience of formulating and implementing care plans and risk assessment/management plans Multi-disciplinary working and autonomous working Desirable Life experience in wide range of settings Experience within a community Mental Health setting Skills Essential Ability to travel across Plymouth Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner within a team including: Assessment skills Communication and liaison skills Leadership skills/ Supervisory skills Team working skills Self-management ability Prioritising workload/resources Administration skills Interpersonal skills Computer skills Risk assessment management Crisis management Lone working Ability to plan/implement a package of care in the community for patients with mental health problems Ability to manage a caseload ensuring record keeping meets the standards of Livewell Southwest. Responsible and self-motivated Able to manage own stress Flexible and reliable Empathic Desirable Ability to recognise and support stress in others A working knowledge of services and care pathways within Primary, secondary and third sector and statutory agencies Mentorship or equivalent Supervisor and or assessor training in line with the University of Plymouth Group Interaction Skills Specific Therapeutic interventions Positive risk management Full driving license Good working knowledge of the Care Quality Commission Knowledge Essential Applies knowledge of PCF and Key working Knowledge and understanding of a range of mental health presentations and their treatment including NICE guidelines and the ability to apply evidence-based practice Administration and storage of medicines and side effects Relevant legislation including Mental Health Act, Capacity Act, Human rights act, DOLS Confidentiality Desirable Ethical issues in relation to Mental Health Interest and awareness of national and local services developments Staff appraisal skills 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 Livewell Southwest Address Cumberland Centre Damerel Close Plymouth PL1 4JZ Employer's website https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)