Specialist Clinical Practitioner

Job summary We are looking for an experienced registered nurse to work with our Community Learning Disability Teams in South Devon for a fixed term / secondment period until 31st January 2027 covering maternity leave. We are keen to hear from people who want to make a positive difference for people with learning disabilities in relation to their physical and mental health. You will be providing care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. You will demonstrate safe, competent clinical decision‑making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills and prescribing for patients within the service. Experience of working with people with learning disabilities who present with distressed behaviours is advantageous and includes a working knowledge of positive behavioural support. Main duties of the job Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis. Clinically examine and perform complex assessments for patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly. Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs. Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence‑based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice. About us We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist and secure services for the wider south west region and nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health and wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise and resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe and focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families and carers in everything we do. Our values We only recruit individuals who possess and demonstrate the behaviours that underpin our Trust's core values. These include showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity and compassion. We bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile, making time for people, challenging ourselves and others and being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. Applications are encouraged and welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part‑time and flexible working applications will be considered and supported where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Person Specification Qualifications – Essential Clinical based Degree A minimum of 60 credits at masters level in a relevant subject (e.g. Advanced psychosocial assessment and formulation, Enhancing the Care and Support of the Person with Dementia and their Carer). If not already obtained, this will need to be completed within two years of commencing employment as training availability allows. Evidence of continuous professional development Current registration with the NMC or HCPC Qualifications – Desirable Post basic qualification in speciality Application Non‑Medical Prescriber (V300) Experience – Desirable Experience working with people who have a learning disability and distressed behaviours Skills – Essential High level communication skills including presentation and facilitation, consultation and engagement skills Ability to adjust communication effectively to meet the needs of a diverse group including internal and external stakeholders Good organisational and interpersonal skills, tact and sensitivity; ability to gain trust Ability to influence significant changes in service delivery through motivation and encouragement, which may be highly complex and sensitive and include some barriers to understanding Ability to contribute to the supervision and development of others Confidence to deliver sometimes contentious and difficult messages to a broad range of stakeholders 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). #J-18808-Ljbffr