Community Mental Health Nurse

1 month ago


Oxford, United Kingdom Oxford Health NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

This role carries an incentive premium of £3,500* which will be paid in instalments over an 18-month period.

Do you have both passion and perspective on the challenges and complexities adult mental health groups face?

Are you a resilient registered Mental Health Nurse with demonstrable post qualification experience? Your post qualification experience might be with any patient group such as Children and Adolescents, Adult or Older Adults.

This opportunity offers an opportunity to develop senior clinical and leadership skills and the team are committed to the wellbeing and development of staff.

Working in the beautiful City of Oxford, we focus on the recovery of the patient through a multidisciplinary (MDT) approach, with expertise from doctors, social workers, nurses, occupational therapists, support workers and psychological therapies staff alongside regular clinical team meetings. We strive to provide person centred evidence-based care to patients, where possible working collaboratively with their families and carers.

We are a supportive, enthusiastic, and integrated team who care deeply about our patients and their families and carers. We believe in listening and responding as a team, piloting new models, supporting each other and developing and using new care approaches.

*terms apply to incentive

Main duties of the job

You'll provide assessment and evidence-based treatment interventions to a wide range of adults within Oxford and the surrounding area, including Bicester and surrounding villages of Islip, Woodstock, and Kidlington.

As a registered mental health nurse with extensive experience of working in mental health services, you will have a good understanding of the challenges that this care group can bring.

You will need to be able to work autonomously, with a caseload of patients with whom you will engage and offer the recommended treatment and support. You will have experience of case management and be able to assess and plan treatment with service users. You will also be able to assess and manage risk, including the use of Safeguarding processes.

You will be supported by an experienced leadership team from across the professions who facilitate forums for Nursing and Occupational Therapists and hold your development as central. We offer regular supervision and you will be encouraged and supported to undertake any training relevant to your professional development.

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Job description

Job responsibilities

We are a supportive, enthusiastic and integrated team which although busy has many rewards. We care deeply about our patients and their families and carers. We believe in listening and responding as a team, piloting new models, supporting each other and developing and using new care approaches. We aim to improve patient care as well as provide increase staff satisfaction and sense of achievement.

The City and North East Oxon Adult Mental Health Team's main base is at the Warneford Hospital, a stones throw from the centre of Oxford and the dreamy spires along with a satellite base in the market town of Bicester. The team is split into three sub teams; Willow, Oak, and Aspen, which are aligned to local Primary Care Network patches.

The City AMHT supports adults of working age (18-65) who experience a wide range of mental health conditions. We are committed to the person-centred recovery approach in all our clinical work and pride ourselves in offering a high-quality service reflected in our CQC rating of Good.

The City AMHT is a wonderful team to work in and this role offers an opportunity to develop senior clinical and leadership skills. The Management team are committed to the wellbeing and development of the staff working in the team.

Please see attached JD/PS for full details.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

To evidence a professional qualification (degree or equivalent) and current valid professional registration. To evidence continuing professional development since qualification.

Desirable

To evidence post graduate qualifications specifically relating to an appropriate aspect of care or management.

Occupational Experience

Essential

To evidence appropriate experience and a high level of knowledge about working within community mental health care with working age adults. To evidence experience of working within a multidisciplinary team and an understanding of AMHTs and interdisciplinary working. To evidence of understanding and experience of risk management both clinically and operationally. To evidence a good understanding of clinical governance and your professional legal responsibilities. To evidence experience of supervising other staff.

Desirable

To evidence a good knowledge of community services in the local area. To evidence awareness of National and local policy concerning mental health guidance. To evidence experience of conducting clinical audit and presenting the resulting analyse. To evidence experience of supervising students on placements.

Skills required - IT / Admin

Essential

To evidence IT literacy, to include the Microsoft suite of programmes. To evidence excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Other Requirements

Essential

To evidence understanding and commitment to work within the Trust policies of data protection, equal opportunities, health & safety, and to meet the diverse needs of patients. To evidence the ability to travel around the local area to undertake home visits and visits to hospital and non-hospital sites, and have the capacity to carry equipment relative to your post.

Desirable

Car driver with own car available to use for work.

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