Liaising with staff in the acute hospital, supporting them with the management of the mental health and well-being of patients who have been admitted for physical health care, but who require support with new or existing mental health need Being professionally accountable and responsible for giving specialist advice and support to facilitate the mental health care given to patients in the acute hospital Presenting the views of patients and carers to the clinical teams in the acute hospital to facilitate collaborative working between all parties Liaising with other professionals and agencies in the facilitation of a safe and effective plans of mental health care Liaising with other professionals and agencies in the development and facilitation of safe and effective discharge plans - reducing hospital lengths of stay and readmission Enhancing knowledge and skills in the field of mental ill health for staff employed in acute hospital through the provision of specialist advice and training. To be the professional lead for nurses in the designated specialty, leading on professional development and ensuring the delivery of robust evidence-based practice. To lead the establishment of systems that support the development of clinical practice, to ensure that the developments are embedded within the team and are sustainable. To ensure high professional standards of nursing practice in accordance with the NMC code of Conduct, with professional accountability to the Nursing and Governance Directorate. To lead the planning, implementation and participation in training and educational activities relevant to Practice Development for nurses in the designated specialty. To support the ward or team manager and other senior clinical staff in establishing and maintaining high standards and continual improvement within the established governance framework. To undertake ongoing audit of care and service delivery, underpinned by research, evidence-based practice and the liaison team Key performance indicator objectives and outcomes. To coordinate and deliver clinical supervision to support all nursing staff within the area of responsibility. To provide nurse led diagnosis and treatment planning Please read the job description carefully that is attached to this advert.