West Middlesex ED- RMN
Are you looking for a challenge?
Join our ED and our team of RMN's- we are looking for a RMN who is flexible, reliable who enjoys caring for MH patients, in an ED environment.
Main duties of the job
To provide Mental Health nursing support to patients in the Emergency Department including ensuring their safety within clinical areas and/or during escort duties.
To be responsible for the initial provision and/or the maintenance of high standards of care for patients in the ED.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A& E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.Job descriptionJob responsibilities
To provide professional leadership in relation to the day-to-day management of patients requiring Mental Health care and support.
To follow the patients Mental Health Risk Management Plan as devised by Psychiatric Liaison staff, Lead Nurse Mental Health or Nurse Advisor (MH), or a Duty Psychiatrist.
Where appropriate, to formulate care plans in relation to the patients mental health needs in conjunction with other mental health professionals and the patient but to adhere to plans put in place by the assessing Mental Health Team including Psychiatric Liaison services.
To fulfil the relatively autonomous role of Mental Health Nurse in a non-Mental Health setting, working to established policies and procedures but willing and able to use professional decision-making skills and discretion as required.
To use critical assessment skills to address new or ambiguous matters/circumstances and to seek support as required.
Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssential
* Registered Mental Nurse on the NMC Register
* Post graduate qualifications Mental Health, or equivalent in experience
Desirable
* Completed approved Prevention and management of Violence and Aggression course
* Registered General Adult Nurse on the NMC Register
ExperienceEssential
* Post qualifying experience in Acute Mental Health setting
* Substantial previous experience of working in an NHS setting
Desirable
* Previous experience in a Psychiatric liaison or Crisis resolution team role.
* Previous experience working in a General Hospital setting
Skills and knowledgeEssential
* Exceptional communication skills
* Able to demonstrate excellent clinical skills in Risk Assessment
* Must be an effective team player
Desirable
* Knowledge of co-morbid physical illnesses in relation to Mental Health patients
Employer detailsEmployer nameChelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressWest Middlesex Hospital
Isleworth
TW7 6AF
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