Kestrel Ward, North Wales Adolescent Service
We are pleased to offer the opportunity for an experienced and motivated Nurse with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering high-quality care to apply for the post of Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse on Kestrel Ward at the North Wales Adolescent Service in Abergele, North Wales.
Working in a Tier 4 inpatient CAMHS setting with young people between the ages of 12-17 years, you will need to have a flexible approach and be able to adapt your skills and abilities to suit a range of mental health needs and presentations.
As a senior staff nurse, you will act as case manager for a small group of young people and work closely with the wider MDT to plan, deliver, and review the care provided on the ward. In addition, you will contribute to the day-to-day routine and support for young people on the ward and ultimately support their discharge back to the community.
Main duties of the job
As a senior member of the nursing team, you will be expected to contribute to the development of more junior colleagues, students, and the wider service.
Individuals who do not have direct inpatient CAMHS experience but can demonstrate significant experience in other transferable areas of mental health or CAMHS are encouraged to apply.
You are applying for a full-time equivalent post. Kestrel Ward provides a 24/7 service, and you will need to be flexible to meet the range of shift patterns required, including night shifts.
Additional note for Trainee Senior Staff Nurse (Annex 21)
To undertake a fast-track programme of development over 9-18 months depending on competencies required to meet the Band 6 role. The role will include both classroom and learning in clinical practice to enhance existing skills. The role will cover a mix of carrying out autonomous clinical work that fits within current competencies alongside demonstrated and observed new skills development.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others, or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute, and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment-related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
* Must be first level registered Mental Health Nurse or Paediatric Nurse
* Post registration qualification in Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Desirable
* Teaching and assessing qualification
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working in in-patient Adolescent Mental Health Work
* Evidence of continuing professional development relating to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Nursing
Desirable
* Evidence of working in Adolescent Mental Health Services (e.g., community services)
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
* Ability to generate effective therapeutic relationships with young people (patients)
* A clear understanding of the nursing process and the Mental Health Measures and how they relate to children and young people with mental health problems
* Ability to communicate with multi-disciplinary team colleagues and other professionals, both verbally and in writing
* Ability to be assertive and to take a leadership role in teams
* Sound knowledge of child development and factors that are likely to contribute to mental health difficulties in children and young people
* Experience of service evaluation and audit and a good knowledge of the components of clinical governance
* Sound knowledge of issues affecting the nursing of young people with mental health problems
* Ability to assess mental health problems using information gathered from various sources
* Ability to assess and manage risk, particularly identifying risk factors relating to mental health problems in young people
* Group work skills
* Ability to provide and engage in effective clinical supervision
* Ability to work cooperatively with other agencies and disciplines
* Ability to participate in training in non-aversive holding techniques including restrictive physical intervention training
* Ability to remain calm in the personal management of challenging situations
* Knowledge of teamwork and team dynamics
* Good reflective ability and understanding of its importance in interpersonal working
* Ability to organise and plan work activities for the nursing team
* Ability to work flexibly and adapt clinical approach to clients' needs
* A good level of self-awareness and understanding of how personal experiences may impact interactions
* Desire to develop both professionally and personally
* Ability to exercise appropriate professional boundaries
* Ability to recognise limits to personal skills and competencies
* Strategies for coping with stress
* Supportive of colleagues
* Desire to work with this client group in a team setting
Desirable
* Ability to speak Welsh
Other
Essential
* Ability to travel within geographical area
* Able to work hours flexibly
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
NWAS - Abergele Hospital
Llanfair Road
Abergele
LL22 8DP
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