Registered Mental Health Nurse - Bank - Stevenage
We do not accept international applicants requiring sponsorship.
We are looking for UK experienced Registered Mental Health Nurses for our base in Stevenage on a flexible 24/7 zero-hour contract. This role provides high-quality care to all patients within Prometheus' business streams, including secure patient transport and therapeutic observational services. The ideal candidate would be responsible for the safety and well-being of patients whilst in the care of Prometheus and maintain the patient's dignity throughout the service. In addition, they must act within their sphere of responsibility, managing themselves and other team members and will have a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and local and national policies.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will demonstrate that they possess high levels of therapeutic care and deliver this across all business areas whilst leading a team of healthcare professionals in a potentially challenging environment.
Responsibilities
* Adhere to company guidelines for checking vehicles and equipment before the journey commences.
* Report any issues or stock replacement to the Fleet Manager/Supervisor.
* Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, patients, and the public by implementing all policies and procedures relating to security.
* Contribute and work towards the company's aims and objectives.
* Understand their responsibility for respecting and promoting issues of equality, diversity, and rights following legislation and good practice.
* Read, understand, and comply with all relevant company policies and procedures.
* Ensure accurate and timely records comply with company policies and report any issues as appropriate.
* Communicate with patients, both Prometheus staff and staff at collection and delivery addresses, and actively listen to patient needs.
Job responsibilities
* Provide care to individuals with a variety of mental health conditions, building therapeutic relationships.
* Manage the specific symptoms of mental illness, de-escalation and helping patients overcome challenges.
* Liaise with doctors, social workers and other professionals.
* Interact with patients' families and caregivers, offering advice and information on patients' conditions.
* Prepare and maintain patient records, producing care plans and risk assessments.
* Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care.
* Carry out physical intervention with a patient if required.
* Lead a staff team, including HCAs, throughout the patient conveyance or therapeutic observational service.
* Ensure adequate handover of the patient's details from the Clinical Logistics Manager or health care professional responsible for the patient at the collection address.
* Provide crisis intervention to patients experiencing mental health difficulties during conveyance or therapeutic observational service.
* Be aware of relevant national and local policies regarding safeguarding children and adults.
* Attend all appropriate training, meetings, and reviews.
* Maintain a professional attitude, approach, and response to the continuation of good working relationships between staff and patients throughout the transfer.
* Report accidents, complaints, and untoward incidents promptly to the Clinical Logistics Manager.
* Attend the Prometheus base at the required time as instructed by the Clinical Logistic Manager, and dress in line with the company uniform policy.
* Responsible for any other tasks deemed reasonable by the management team for the smooth running of the company.
* Assist the Operations Manager/Rota Manager in ensuring all staff follow agreed policies and procedures detailed by Prometheus.
Minimum Requirements
* Current Valid NMC Pin
* Excellent written and communication skills.
* Strong attention to detail and focus on accuracy.
* Proactive and positive self-starter.
* Excellent teamwork skills.
* Well-organised with good time management skills.
* Valid Enhanced DBS or on the update service.
* Currently working in a compliance-focused role.
* Full UK Driving Licence (Please note we do not accept Provisional Driving Licences, as the role requires you to drive company ambulances.)
* Right to work in the UK.
* Employment references for up to a 5-year period. Candidate will need minimum 3 years UK employment history.
Confidentiality
It is a condition of employment that staff will only disclose information obtained in their duties if those entitled to receive it. The post holder must ensure that the confidentiality of personal data remains secure regarding the Data Protection Act and that relevant company policies are adhered to.
Conduct
All staff members must conduct themselves and represent the company responsibly, complying with all policies and procedures.
Health & Safety
Staff must ensure they are familiar with the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) requirements and the company's policies /codes of practice applicable to the workplace.
Safeguarding
Every staff member is responsible for being aware of and following the relevant national and local policy in safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
Training /Education
All staff are responsible for participating in regular appraisals with senior management and identifying the post's performance standards.
Company benefits
* Employee Assistant Program
* Free on-site parking at all bases
* Free company uniform
* Mandatory training
* Enrolment in the company pension scheme (The People Pension)
Prometheus aims to create and encourage an environment committed to promoting equality and diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences individuals can bring to the workplace. We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.
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