Job summary
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas
Main duties of the job
What you'll beresponsible for :
1. You will be involved in providing a highlevel of safe and effective care.
2. Be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementationand evaluation of care.
3. Adhere to all Trust policies, procedures andguidelines.
4. Liaise with the multidisciplinary team.
5. Provide mentorship and support to others.
6. The role will involve, butnot be limited to you performing the above.
About us
Here at NHSProfessionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts atputting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated andhighly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexibleshifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Developmentopportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges.
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts,wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave.
Opportunity &Access over 50 partnerNHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where youwant.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: RegisteredMental Health Nurse
Trust: Livewell Southwest
Location : Plymouth
Pay Rates:
Band 5 - £ to £ subject to change a local uplift,
Band 6 - £ an hour
Shift Patterns:
8am,8:30am, 9am,11am,12 noon start times, with 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 8pm finishes
Currently no nights available.
Trust info
Rated Good in their most recent CQC report, Livewell Southwest CIC is a recognisedprovider of integrated health and social care services operating across SouthHams, West Devon,Plymouth, and Cornwall. Whilst not a formal part of the NHS, Livewell Southwest CIC is a not-for-profit organisation which works alongside colleagues from local NHS hospitals and services to deliver expert care. Award-winning services are diverse and include: community nursing, services for people with learning disabilities, physiotherapy, community mental health services, social work, well being and health improvement services, services for children and young people and community pharmacies.
Why might this job interest you?
Being a Mental Health Nurse in the NHS is a versatile and impactful role that spans across various healthcare settings, from hospitals to community clinics. It involves providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages and backgrounds, addressing both acute medical needs and long-term health management. The flexibility in scheduling allows general nurses to balance their professional responsibilities with personal commitments, ensuring they can deliver compassionate and effective care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
What you can add:
7. Assessing and monitoring patient conditions
8. Checking symptoms and vital signs and arranging diagnostic tests
9. Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations
10. Working as an effective team member and promoting team and interdisciplinary relationships
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
What you'll need:
11. A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Mental Health hospital environment within the last 3 years
12. Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
* Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
13. Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
14. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
15. Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
16. First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
17. Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
18. Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
19. Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
20. Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
21. Being part of the NHSP Community means you'll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
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By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
22. All Registered Nurse roles will be required to provide evidence of :-
23. Statement of NMC Registration
24. Degree /Diploma in Nursing
Experience
Essential
25. A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Mental Health Hospital environment within the last 3 years
26. NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
Desirable
27. Restraint and ILS Training completed within the last 12 months