Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced to an exciting Physical Healthcare Practitioner (PHCP) part-time ( hours) position - Inpatient Mental Health Services Older People (MHSOP) in Scarborough and Malton.
We are seeking a motivated, creative team player with demonstrable leadership experience to help us build the skills, competencies & confidence of our staff across MHSOP wards in the diverse localities of Scarborough & Malton. This is a perfect opportunity for an existing Senior RGN working within Acute or Primary Care Services looking to diversify their professional portfolio or someone ready for a new challenge & development opportunity.
You will be a valuable addition to our highly-skilled multidisciplinary teams, working flexibly alongside another part-time PHCP, to prioritise your presence & input across 2 wards, dependent on inpatient needs.
You will work at:
1. Rowan Lea, Cross Lane Hospital (Scarborough): 20 bed assessment & treatment unit for men & women (range of mental health illnesses)
2. Springwood (Malton): 14 bed unit for men & women (dementia)
We welcome applicants who have significant experience of delivering physical health interventions to older adults with a range of complex needs, including organic or functional mental illness, falls, frailty, polypharmacy.
Main duties of the job
As a Physical Healthcare Practitioner, you will have a key role in supporting MHSOP inpatient teams by working as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team to develop and implement treatment and care plans and to support service improvement within this area of practice. You will work closely with the Physical Health Modern Matron and clinical teams to provide a high quality service to patients through support, intervention and clinical expertise on the various aspects of physical health including: assessment, diagnosis and review, chronic disease management, management of acute presentations, palliative and end of life care and ongoing physical health monitoring. The role also involves collaborative working with the Trustwide Lead for Physical Health on various physical health work-streams, and the delivery of staff training, education and development.
You will support evidence based practice and have experience of working independently & autonomously in a Nurse Practitioner role, utilising clinical assessment skills and demonstrating sound clinical decision making. You will have oversight of a patient caseload, whilst supporting the strategic role of developing physical healthcare across the Trust.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care -our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification, which outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the role. It is important for applicants to meet this criteria at the point of submitting their application to ensure chances of being shortlisted for interview.
For more information, we encourage contact with our Professional Leads:
Alyshia Lane
Physical Healthcare Modern Matron - Inpatients MHSOP
or
Caroline Powell
Physical Healthcare Practitioner - Rowan Lea & Springwood
or
Karen Ashby
Inpatient Modern Matron (RMN)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
3. First level Registered Nurse Adult (RNA) or Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration and eligible to practice, or Registered Allied Health professional (AHP) with current HCPC registration and eligible to practice
4. BSc Nursing (or AHP equivalent), or post-registration specialist course at BSc level
5. Post-registration teaching and assessing qualification ( Mentorship, ENB 998 or City and Guilds 730)
6. Post-registration Physical Assessment Skills (Adult) Level 6 qualification
7. Independent prescribing Level 6 qualification (or willing to work towards within 12 months)
8. Evidence of continual professional learning and development
Desirable
9. Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (RNLD) with current NMC registration and eligible to practice
10. MSc Nursing (or AHP equivalent) or post-registration specialist course at MSc level
11. Post-registration Advanced Physical Assessment Skills and Disease Management Level 7 qualification (or equivalent)
12. Advanced Pathophysiology Level 7 qualification (or equivalent)
13. Clinical Assessment of Patients with Long-term Health Conditions Level 6 qualification (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
14. Extensive clinical knowledge and experience
15. Substantial experience of working clinically at Band 6 or above
16. Ability to assess and implement a range of evidence based therapeutic care interventions
17. Proficient in multi-agency partnership working
18. Participation in the development of policies and procedures
19. Demonstrates autonomous working and management of own caseload
20. High level of personal and professional motivation
21. Ability to influence, initiate and manage change
22. Ability to make critical judgements and decisions
23. Evidence of continual professional development
Desirable
24. Previous experience of mental healthcare or working within a mental health or learning disability environment
25. Experience of providing care for patients with long term conditions
26. Experience of palliative care approaches
27. Experience in maintaining systems to measure performance
28. Experience of managing others
Knowledge
Essential
29. Demonstrable knowledge at post-graduate level of physical healthcare
30. Advanced knowledge and understanding of physical examination and assessment
31. Substantial knowledge of working at Band 6 level or above utilising clinical assessment skills
32. Knowledge of national policy and guidance in relation to aspects of physical health
33. Knowledge and experience of clinical audit and research
34. An understanding of clinical governance and the application of the clinical governance agenda in the NHS
35. Knowledge of incident reporting and the importance of incident investigation
Desirable
36. Previous knowledge of mental health care or working within a mental health or learning disability environment
37. Knowledge of mental health problems ( specific mental illness, personality disorder, eating disorders etc.).
38. Evidence of further education in research or audit
Skills
Essential
39. Advanced skills in physical examination and assessment
40. Appropriate technical skills ( venepuncture, ECG monitoring etc.)
41. High level of record keeping and documentation
42. High level of interpersonal and communication skills
43. Ability to plan, set objectives, priorities and review performance
44. Computer and keyboard skills and use of Microsoft packages
Desirable
45. Participated in the delivery of teaching or education packages to patients, carers or staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
46. Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities
47. Committed to promoting a positive image of inpatient services and the wider Trust
48. Self-motivated
49. Resilient and calm in a crisis situation
50. Act as a reassuring presence for members of the public in difficult situations
51. CCompassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers
52. Able to prioritise and use own initiative
Other Requirements
Essential
53. Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need