An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of a full-time staff nurse at Rawreth Court Care Home. A unique career opportunity to become a key member of the nursing team, you must be enthusiastic, motivated with good communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. You must be a team player and willing to go the extra mile for our residents' care.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the holistic mental health, physical health and social care needs assessment and the development, implementation and evaluation of clients who require admission to our Nursing Home.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including:
1. Season Ticket Loans
2. NHS discounts for staff
3. Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
4. Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
5. The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
6. Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
7. Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work under the overall supervision of the Registered Care Home Manager or Deputy. However, the post holder when they have completed their preceptorship will regularly be required to work without direct supervision and will be designated to take charge of the unit in the absence of senior staff. In addition, the post holder will be expected to gain leadership skills that allow safe practice to be upheld whilst able to take charge of junior staff to undertake relevant forms of care. The post holder will supervise junior staff and to be able to impart knowledge to qualified and teach unqualified and students, including basic or post-basic students.
Residents, relatives, carers and other staff will find the post holder flexible, approachable, helpful and co-operative with other staff, upholding the ethos of EPUT of good customer care at all times with an awareness of own attitude at all times.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
1. RMN or RGN
2. Completion of preceptorship
3. Evidence of personal and professional development in contemporary mental health
Desirable
1. Additional Professional Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
1. A sound knowledge of Mental Health Act
2. Sound Risk Assessment skills
3. Produce Personalised Care Plans in line with the Assessment and Risk Assessment.
4. Good Physical Health knowledge and how it impacts on mental health
Skills/Experience
Essential
1. Literate in IT/Computer Skills
2. Good oral communication skills based on fluency in the English language
3. Good understanding of Medication Management and the importance of accurate recording.
4. Competent in leading a shift prioritising, assessing and managing risk
5. Able to operate physical health equipment (post training in the devices)
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rawreth Court
Rawreth Lane
Rayleigh
SS6 9RN
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