Job summary The Crisis Recovery Unit based at The University Hospital of Wales Cardiff, is seeking a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse to work as part of theirseven day a week service. The unit is part of the Mental Health Crisis Service for Cardiff and the Vale University Health Board Trust. The ability towork enthusiastically with clients who are in Mental Health Crisis in a caring and compassionate way is an essential requirement of the role.Working at the unit can be extremely rewarding offering the opportunity to deliver evidenced based therapeutic care in an interesting and supportive environment. Providing an alternative to hospital admission and supporting early discharge for identified patients, the Crisis Recovery Unit works alongside the North and South Crisis Teams in Cardiff. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable but not essential for this post; English and/or Welsh speaking applicants are equally welcome to apply. Main duties of the job The post holder is required to ensure that Crisis Services in Cardiff and the Vale provide community day service care within a holistic philosophy for those suffering with mental health problems who are in acute crisis. This care will also ensure support for the Individuals' families and carers. Service delivery will be facilitated in collaboration with hospital and community based multi-agency resources.The care of the clients will be delivered from a base known as the Crisis Recovery Unit which is a seven day a week community provision. 1). Supporting clients and carers by providing Evidenced Based Psychological Interventions. 2). Assisting the client and carer by supporting and educating in relation to Mental Health Crisis. 3). Monitor prescribed treatments at home or in the team base, including medication and psycho-social interventions, promoting health education at every opportunity. 4). To administer prescribed medications including Clozapine Initiation and Depot Injections. 5). Develop specialist interest/skills/knowledge that reflects a developing and modernising Mental Health Service. 6). Participate in attendance at multi-disciplinary reviews and meetings in relation to admission and discharge planning, and provide or receive feedback on all relevant information. About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focused on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support. Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 001-NMR445-1124 Job locations Crisis Recovery Unit, 2nd Floor Monmouth House, University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park Cardiff CF14 4XW Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Knowledge Essential Knowledge of Psychological Intervention Desirable Interest In Psychological Interventions Qualifications Essential Accepted MH Nurse BA Degree Desirable Interest in working with Clients in MH Crisis Person Specification Knowledge Essential Knowledge of Psychological Intervention Desirable Interest In Psychological Interventions Qualifications Essential Accepted MH Nurse BA Degree Desirable Interest in working with Clients in MH Crisis 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Address Crisis Recovery Unit, 2nd Floor Monmouth House, University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park Cardiff CF14 4XW Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)