Clinical Lead in Adult Mental Health
3 weeks ago
We are seeking an experienced and ambitious RMN to join our team as a Clinical Lead in Adult Mental Health. At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we are committed to providing patient-centered and compassionate nursing care, and we are interested in hearing from individuals who can make a difference with their positive outlook, dedication, expertise, and compassion.
Main Responsibilities:
You will have had varied and substantive experience of working as a Band 5 RMN, and will be confident, robust, approachable, and sensitive to the issues faced by people who are in the most acute and challenging phase of their journey towards recovery. As a team player, you will work creatively, and have the leadership desire to sometimes look further than your own shift and even your own ward, with the ability to see a wider perspective when making decisions that impact across a patient's pathway or the service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide clinical leadership, advice, and support for junior members of the team.
- Assist the unit manager in leading development and changes on the ward.
- Support the deputy ward manager/ward manager in the management and leadership role, including contribution to the locality management team/MDT.
- Support the ward manager in achieving team objectives, targets, and quality standards.
- Contribute to the promotion of staff well-being and morale in the team through developing and maintaining supportive relationships, acting as a role model.
- Deal with complaints in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
- Maintain adequate resources for the delivery of care.
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of all Trust policies and procedures and local protocols on the ward and ensuring that clinical practice standards are adhered to and implemented.
- Provide management supervision and appraisal of the work of band 5 and below, this may include admin staff, using the knowledge and skills framework and be supportive and possibly assist in the delivery of group or individual clinical supervision.
- Complete risk assessments, clinical and non-clinical, ensure they are updated and that all staff know their responsibilities in relation to this.
- Deputise for the ward manager in their absence and other nursing staff when necessary.
Requirements:
- Relevant professional qualification and registration e.g. RMN.
- Relevant teaching and assessment qualification.
- Relevant degree or working towards RMN.
- Relevant management and leadership experience/training/qualification.
- NVQ assessor/verifier.
- Experience of carrying out supervision to junior staff.
- Proven experience of working with a relevant client group in a multi-agency service, presenting complex and sensitive information to large groups of people.
- Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and to act up in the absence of the person in charge.
- Experience of managing time and workload of self and others effectively and be able to delegate.
- Evidence of taking lead in projects.
- Research.
- Experience of electronic patient records/RiO.
- Experience of carrying out research and development.
- Experience of carrying out audits.
- To have experience in being involved in service improvement.
- Experience of managing change.
- Evidence of use of Essence of Care.
-
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full timeWe are seeking a skilled Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Taunton.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a HCPC registered Psychologist with a passion for delivering high-quality care to individuals with complex mental health needs.You will work 40 hours per week, making a positive impact on the lives of our...
-
Clinical Nurse Specialist
1 month ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Barchester Healthcare Full timeAbout the RoleAs a Registered Nurse (Mental Health) at Barchester Healthcare, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. You will work closely with our multi-disciplinary team to provide expert mental health care and ensure that each person's needs are met with dignity and respect. Your responsibilities will...
-
Adult Psychiatrist Community Leader
1 day ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeWe are seeking an exceptional Adult Psychiatrist to join our team as a Community Leader in Older Persons Mental Health.The successful candidate will provide community care to older adults in the Taunton, West Somerset & Exmoor National Park areas.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess, diagnose and treat mental health needs of community patients in their community...
-
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Cygnet Full timeAre you a skilled Clinical or Counselling Psychologist passionate about delivering high-quality care to individuals with complex mental health needs? Cygnet, a leading provider of specialist mental health services, is seeking a qualified Psychologist to join our team on a temporary 7-month Fixed-Term Contract. Cygnet Hospital Taunton offers acute inpatient...
-
Intensive Treatment Team Lead
1 week ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic Clinical Team Manager to lead our innovative Intensive Treatment Team within Somerset CAMHS.This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and confident leader with a passion for mental health to oversee a team of skilled professionals dedicated to providing high-quality support to young people.As a Clinical Team...
-
Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Lead
4 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Clinical Psychologist to lead our Children's Eating Disorder Service (CEDS) in Somerset. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a highly skilled professional to contribute to clinical and system change in the South West.As a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Lead, you will provide clinical leadership to...
-
Nurse Practitioner
1 month ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom NHS Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Mental Health Nurse to join our team at Rydon Ward in Taunton. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our patients.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the clinical management of designated service users, assessing, implementing, and...
-
Clinical Psychologist and Forensic Lead
4 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Clinical Psychologist and Forensic Specialist to lead our CAMHS team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in clinical psychology and forensic practice, with experience of working with young people and families who present with a range of mental health difficulties.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the...
-
Mental Health Transport Coordinator
4 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Secure Care UK - Bases Full timeJob Opportunity: Clinical Transport Assistant - Mental HealthWe are seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Transport Assistant to join our team at Secure Care UK - Bases. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing safe and respectful patient transport services, ensuring the well-being and dignity of our patients at all...
-
Children's Specialist Mental Health Nurse
1 week ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and skilled Children Looked After (CLA) Specialist Nurse to join our award-winning team in Somerset. As a key member of our CLA Health Service, you will play a vital role in improving the recognition, assessment, co-ordination, access, and delivery of healthcare for CLA children with additional mental and emotional...
-
Clinical Team Lead
3 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob SummaryLead Our Intensive Treatment Team as a Clinical Team ManagerWe are seeking a dynamic and motivated leader with a passion for child and adolescent mental health to oversee our pioneering Intensive Treatment Team within Somerset CAMHS.As Clinical Team Manager, you will be responsible for managing daily operations, resources, and staff, while...
-
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Medacs Full timeAs a dedicated Mental Health Professional, you have the chance to excel in your career with Somerset Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Your skills and experience will be instrumental in delivering high-quality psychiatric services at Wellsprings Hospital.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for you to work as an Adult Psychiatry Middle Grade Doctor....
-
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full timeWe are seeking an experienced Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Taunton.About the RoleThis is a temporary 7-month FTC covering maternity leave, working 40 hours per week. The successful candidate will be a HCPC registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with a keen interest in working with people with complex...
-
Clinical Lead/Psychologist
1 month ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom North Thames Genomics Laboratory Hub Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and compassionate clinical psychologist to take a leadership role within our Children's Eating Disorder Service (CEDS), part of Somerset CAMHS, rated "Outstanding" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This is an ideal time to join us as we evolve our approach to supporting children with eating difficulties, offering...
-
Lead Support Practitioner
2 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Voyage Care Ltd Full time £13About the Role:As a Lead Support Practitioner within our Adult Care services, you will be responsible for providing high-quality support to individuals with complex needs. You will work closely with the management team to ensure that our service users receive the best possible care and support.Key Responsibilities:Providing direct support to individuals with...
-
Clinical Psychologist and Forensic Lead
4 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob SummaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Forensic or Clinical Psychologist to lead our dedicated Forensic CAMHS team.The Regional Forensic CAMHS team champions trauma-informed interventions for young people with a range of needs, often including a combination of mental health, neurodiverse, and forensic presentations.Our aim is to...
-
Children's Mental Health Specialist
4 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Specialist Nurse to join our team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will have a specialist interest in providing the best care for Children Looked After (CLA) and a passion for emotional and mental health.The ideal candidate will have extensive mental and emotional health...
-
Occupational Health Trainee
2 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Optima Health Full timeJob Title: Trainee Occupational Health SpecialistLocation: Taunton with additional travel across UKSalary: £25,000 per annum plus benefitsContract Type: PermanentHours: Full time, 40 hours per weekAbout the Role: As a Trainee Occupational Health Specialist, you will assist in the delivery of occupational health services to our clients. You will undertake...
-
Clinical Team Lead
4 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob SummaryLead Our Intensive Treatment Team as a Clinical Team ManagerWe are seeking a dynamic and motivated leader to oversee our pioneering Intensive Treatment Team within Somerset CAMHS. As a Clinical Team Manager, you will be responsible for managing daily operations, resources, and staff, while fostering innovation and excellence in service...
-
Clinical Team Lead
4 weeks ago
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob SummaryLead Our Intensive Treatment Team as a Clinical Team ManagerWe are seeking a dynamic and motivated leader to oversee our pioneering Intensive Treatment Team within Somerset CAMHS. As a Clinical Team Manager, you will be responsible for managing daily operations, resources, and staff, while fostering innovation and excellence in service...
