Job Description
Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Support Worker to work at one of our Independent Hospitals in Somerset.
Shifts: Monday to Sunday
Job title: Registered Nurse Learning Disability (RNLD) - Mental Health
Location: Sturdee Community Hospital, 58-62 Runcorn Road, Leicester, LE2 9FS
Rate Of Pay: £18 - £22 Per Hour (£37,440 - £45,760 per annum)
Shift Patterns: Full time, 40 hours per week, Days / Nights
Information about the Role:
* Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with learning disabilities in the context of mental health, including environmental and personalised sensory assessments.
* Develop individualised care plans based on the assessment, considering the unique needs and abilities of each person.
* Provide high-quality nursing care to individuals with learning disabilities experiencing mental health challenges, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring appropriate medical attention.
* Implement behavioural support plans to manage challenging behaviours associated with learning disabilities.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create and maintain effective strategies for behaviour management.
* Act as an advocate for individuals with learning disabilities, communicating effectively with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
* Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to create a holistic approach to mental health care.
* Provide training and education to individuals, their families, and support staff on topics related to mental health and learning disabilities.
* Stay informed about the latest developments in learning disabilities and attend relevant training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
* Ensure compliance with relevant healthcare regulations, standards, and policies in the provision of care.
Necessary Experience or Qualifications to work as a RNLD:
* Hold a valid NMC Pin.
* Ability to work on shift/rota pattern.
* Have the right to work in the UK.
* Experience of working with patients with ASD.
* Experience of working in a Mental Health setting.
* Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and sections.
* Minimum 2 years experience in a mental health setting.
Information about the Service:
This hospital offers a flexible environment designed to support each patient's progress along their rehab pathway. Sturdee Hospital is a 31-bedded hospital in Leicester, providing a holistic service for women between 18-65 with complex mental health needs, including personality disorder, serious and enduring mental illness, co-morbidity, and a history of complex trauma.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £18.00-£22.00 per hour
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Night shift
* Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
* NMC (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
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