An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Learning Disability Nurse/Care Co-ordinator working within an established Integrated Team alongside an MDT which includes Social Workers, Nursing, Psychiatry, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, and administrative staff.
Durham County Council are the lead authority of the Integrated Learning Disability Teams. Candidates will use the Durham County Council system Azeus as their primary recording system and will still have access to TEWV recording systems, training, and NHS mail.
The team works collectively and collaboratively with others to ensure a high standard of care is provided and are always willing to go above and beyond what is expected when required, ensuring people with a diagnosed learning disability and their families and carers are supported by delivering high-quality clinical care utilizing the Care Act and TEWV clinical pathways.
The service operates from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
The post holder will also be part of the Nurse on Call rota that covers out of hours from 8pm to 8am.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will need to have a genuine desire to improve the mental health and well-being of adults with learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge. They will work as part of an MDT delivering high-quality secondary care and enhancing community services, working with individuals who require specialist interventions using trauma-informed care and a recovery-based approach.
Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
This is a perfect opportunity to gain skills and specialist knowledge across the spectrum of health and social care within the community.
Responsibilities:
* Hold a caseload, completing assessments, delivering treatment and interventions, monitoring and evaluating outcomes, knowledge and understanding of the Care Act, and implementing Clinical Care Pathways.
* Maintain good communication and documentation, providing reports and information within agreed timescales.
* Adhere to legal frameworks/policies and procedures e.g., Care Act Safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act.
* Maintain NMC Registration/PIN ensuring compliance with the NMC Code/revalidation.
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
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
This post is only open to those candidates who already have their NMC registration in place and have successfully completed the preceptorship programme. Newly qualified applicants or those due to qualify will be recruited via a separate process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Current professional registration with Nursing & Midwifery Council RNMH or RNLD.
* To be a recognised practice assessor/mentor or work towards in an agreed timescale.
* Trained Clinical Supervisor (within 6 month probationary period).
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Experience
Essential
* Working with people with mental ill health/learning disabilities.
* Working in a person-centred therapeutic organisation.
* Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers.
* Working in a multi-disciplinary team.
* Working in partnership with other agencies.
Knowledge
Essential
* Evidence-based knowledge of best practice in caring for patients in the designated field.
* Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act).
* Understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice.
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chester Le Street Health Centre
Newcastle Road
Chester le Street
DH3 3UR
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