Job summary Nurse Practitioner - Band 6 on Yew ward within the low secure Forensic directorate An exciting opportunity has arisen on Yew ward within our Specialist Low Secure Forensic Service for a Nurse Practitioner based in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Yew ward is a 12 bedded male acute unit. The post holder will focus on reducing restrictive practices, improve patient care and support to improve overall quality on the ward. A main focus of the role is co-producing Positive Behavioural Support plans with service users to improve their experience and aid recovery. The post holder must be approachable, reliable and supportive to both staff and patients alike. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual who takes initiative with ideas of improving patient care and staff's experience. The post holder must be a role model to others on the ward. The post holder will be: professional, open minded and work well as part of both the ward based nursing team and wider multi-disciplinary team. Due to the nature of the unit, successful candidates will be confidential, provide person centred support and be able to care for someone in a non judgemental way. Due to Yew ward being a forensic ward, the post holder will require a good understanding of the 3 different types of security (physical, relational and procedural). Main duties of the job The post holder will work within a close team of other staff nurses and healthcare support workers on the ward to ensure safe running of the ward and patient centred care at all times. Duties for the post holder include (but not limited to): reducing restrictive practices, improving patient care, implementing Positive Behavioural support and implementing Safewards. Due to the nature of forensic mental health working, the post holder will be offered both managerial and clinical supervision to both registered nurses and healthcare support workers. To liaise and work closely within the multi-disciplinary team. Although this is not an operational role, there is an expectation the post holder will support colleagues, be a role model on the ward and expected to challenge any concerns or misconduct of colleagues should they arise. The post holder must be able to manage their time and workload effectively and whilst working within safer staffing numbers on the ward. Assessing risk as a huge part of being a forensic mental health nurse in all elements of the role such as: pre leave risk assessments, up to completing FACE and HCR-20 risk assessments. The post holder is required to work within safer staffing numbers, therefore required to work: long days, alternative weekend working, working night shifts (covering annual leave and staff shortages) and working bank holidays - including Christmas and new year. About us By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by; Supporting your career development and progression Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k Free car parking at all trust sites Free flu vaccinations every year Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met) And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 301-LG-24-6749306 Job locations Yew ward, Redwoods Centre Shrewsbury SY3 8DS Job description Job responsibilities For full job description and person specification please refer to the attached documents. In summary; Working as nurse in charge, delegating tasks, planning the daily nursing board to ensure safe running of the ward. Working in safer staffing numbers. Facilitate 1 to 1 sessions and build a rapport with our service users. Co-producing Positive Behavioural Support plans with service users and other professionals. There is a requirement to complete a diploma in Positive Behavioural Support, if the post holder does not currently hold this qualification. Working as a key nurse, completing relevant documentation and risk reduction work. Involvement in both staff meetings and workers meetings. Working closely with the wider MDT such as: occupational therapist, psychology and social work. Supervising registered nurses and healthcare support workers on the ward. Take initiative on creating and implementing ideas to improve quality of care and improving both staff and service users experience. Working towards the model of least restrictive practice. Keeping up to date on mandatory and essential training. Completing supportive and therapeutic observations. Although not an operational post, the post holder must have an awareness of operational procedures, support colleagues and challenge any issues or concerns that may arise. Job description Job responsibilities For full job description and person specification please refer to the attached documents. In summary; Working as nurse in charge, delegating tasks, planning the daily nursing board to ensure safe running of the ward. Working in safer staffing numbers. Facilitate 1 to 1 sessions and build a rapport with our service users. Co-producing Positive Behavioural Support plans with service users and other professionals. There is a requirement to complete a diploma in Positive Behavioural Support, if the post holder does not currently hold this qualification. Working as a key nurse, completing relevant documentation and risk reduction work. Involvement in both staff meetings and workers meetings. Working closely with the wider MDT such as: occupational therapist, psychology and social work. Supervising registered nurses and healthcare support workers on the ward. Take initiative on creating and implementing ideas to improve quality of care and improving both staff and service users experience. Working towards the model of least restrictive practice. Keeping up to date on mandatory and essential training. Completing supportive and therapeutic observations. Although not an operational post, the post holder must have an awareness of operational procedures, support colleagues and challenge any issues or concerns that may arise. Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Registered Nurse RMN Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level Experience in areas including Mentorship and Clinical Supervision Training Desirable PBS Qualification BSc Nursing Qualification EXPERIENCE Essential Significant demonstrable post qualification experience at Band 5 working in a mental health / specialist inpatient setting. Experience of developing, delivering and evaluating specialist programmes of care and risk management plans. Facilitation of Health Promotion initiatives Evidence of successful mentoring and/or supervision of junior members of staff including students. Desirable Evidence of involvement in managing change and evaluating service delivery Evidence of promoting and implementation of recognised Quality Improvement initiatives Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Registered Nurse RMN Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level Experience in areas including Mentorship and Clinical Supervision Training Desirable PBS Qualification BSc Nursing Qualification EXPERIENCE Essential Significant demonstrable post qualification experience at Band 5 working in a mental health / specialist inpatient setting. Experience of developing, delivering and evaluating specialist programmes of care and risk management plans. Facilitation of Health Promotion initiatives Evidence of successful mentoring and/or supervision of junior members of staff including students. Desirable Evidence of involvement in managing change and evaluating service delivery Evidence of promoting and implementation of recognised Quality Improvement initiatives Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Yew ward, Redwoods Centre Shrewsbury SY3 8DS Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)