Job summary 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 sitesChelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospitalalong 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. Date posted 24 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year per annum plus HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 289-EI-1659 Job locations West Middlesex Hospital Isleworth TW7 6AF Job description Job 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. Job description Job 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 Specification Education and qualifications Essential 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 Experience Essential 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 knowledge Essential 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 Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential 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 Experience Essential 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 knowledge Essential 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 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 Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address West Middlesex Hospital Isleworth TW7 6AF Employer's website https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)