Job Description:
There is an exciting
opportunity for a Nurse to join our Specialist Community Health Team for People
with Learning Disabilities in East Devon. The role is for a nurse practitioner,
working alongside and supporting the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team.
We are looking for
an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Learning Disability Nurse to join our
team. In return, we offer a supportive team environment that encourages
personal and professional growth, with opportunities to further develop your
knowledge and skills. Based within a trust which values work-life balance,
allowing flexibility to maintain a fulfilling career while also prioritising
your wellbeing.
The successful
applicant would work collaboratively with other professionals within the MDT to
provide holistic assessment and intervention, underpinned by evidence based
practice, to support people with learning disabilities who are experiencing
distress. Excellent communication skills and a person centred approach to care
is central to the role. A working knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support would
be advantageous. Being a community nursing role, the ability to work
autonomously, alongside strong partnership skills, is required.
Devon Partnership NHS
Trust is looking to become a recognised centre of excellence and expertise, the
successful applicant should hold the Trusts values and have the competencies
and confidence to inspire and involve staff to help reach this target over the
next five years.
Main duties of the job
Promote
services in line with current local and national policy & guidance for
people with Learning Disabilities, which promotes the rights and inclusion of
this client group.
Undertake
all aspects of practice as an autonomous practitioner and report to the Band 6
accordingly, including professional and legal accountability for own work
within an agreed policy framework.
To
act as a point of contact for family, carers and other professionals during the
service users care pathway.
Facilitate
open and easy access to hospital and other mainstream health services for
people with learning disabilities.
Develop
effective and collaborative working with healthcare and multi-agency
colleagues.
To
assist in identifying and meeting the training needs and providing specialist
and nursing advice when appropriate / required.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and
Responsibilities
Promote
services in line with current local and national policy & guidance for
people with Learning Disabilities, which promotes the rights and inclusion of
this client group.
Undertake
all aspects of practice as an autonomous practitioner and report to the Band 6
accordingly, including professional and legal accountability for own work
within an agreed policy framework.
To
act as a point of contact for family, carers and other professionals during the
service users care pathway.
Facilitate
open and easy access to hospital and other mainstream health services for
people with learning disabilities.
Develop
effective and collaborative working with healthcare and multi-agency
colleagues.
To
assist in identifying and meeting the training needs and providing specialist
and nursing advice when appropriate / required.
Communication and Working Relationship Skills
Operational
accountability rests with the Senior Operational Manager.
Communicates
sensitive, confidential information concerning patients/clients requiring
empathy, persuasion and reassurance. Some may have special needs.
Making
use of special communication techniques such as total communication.
Form
effective working relationships across health and social care organisations
as required.
To
act with diplomacy making decisions as situations develop, ensuring
appropriate feedback to partner organisations.
To
contribute to the development of relevant accessible information for service
users and their families/carers when required, to support care and treatment.
Analytical
and Judgemental Skills
Undertake
risk assessments and determine the appropriate course of action, which has
taken into consideration a range of possible options. Where necessary, ensure
that consultation with senior colleagues is undertaken.
Use
clinical judgement to consider complex facts or situations, requiring
analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options when
determining the type of care required for someone with complex health needs /
behaviours of concern. Undertake
and continuously re-evaluate assessments. Where necessary, ensure that
consultation with senior colleagues is undertaken.
Have
an awareness of your own clinical competencies, knowledge base and
experience, and ensure that you practice within this and seek support as
required.
The
post holder is expected to work within the policy frameworks of both their
employing authority and the authority hosting them (where appropriate). Where
there is a conflict, management guidance should be sought.
Planning
and Organisational Skills
The
post holder is expected to plan and organise their own diary and daily
working schedule. They are responsible for ensuring their own administration
returns such as Data Capture Sheets, travel etc. are completed on time, are
accurate and are submitted through the correct channels.
The
post holder will ensure all Core Mandatory & Statutory Training, as
identified by Devon Partnership NHS Trust is up-to-date.
Plans
provision of care for patients, e.g. clinics, health education, ensuring
reviews are held within the required time frames.
Organise relevant meetings as required e.g. core
group meetings, professional and risk meetings.
Responsible for managing own workload of
non-complex clients, to ensure the needs of the individuals who use our
services are met, taking the wider needs of the team into consideration.
Plan the workload of junior colleagues where
appropriate / required.
Responsibility
for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and Therapy
Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates clinical
care of patients/clients; gives specialist advice to clients/carers.
They are responsible for ensuring accurate
recording of advice and any intervention and the monitoring of any
interventions.
To provide support and advice regarding mental
capacity, consent & best interest to the service user, their family /
carer, and the professionals involved in decision making about their care.
To identify reasonable adjustments with people
with learning disabilities and communicate with relevant service to support
with the implementation of the adjustments as appropriate.
To act as an advocate for people with learning
disabilities when required.
Responsibility
for Policy and Service Development Implementation
Post
holder will follow policies and makes comments on proposals for change.
Assist
areas in recognising potential barriers to access to care and other
communication issues in relation to individuals with learning disabilities,
and provide advice and support as required.
To
promote active participation of service users and their families / carers in
the healthcare process, working within the Public and Patient Involvement
agenda / Trust Together strategy.
To
work in partnership with people with learning disabilities, self-advocacy
groups, PALS and carers groups in the development, implementation and
maintenance of service provision where appropriate.
To
assess the impact of local and national initiatives and provide feedback on Trust
initiatives relating to skills competency of its workforce.
Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources
The post
holder has a personal duty of care in relation to equipment and resources.
Responsibility
for Human Resources, e.g. Supervision, Training, HR Advice and Management
It is expected that the post holder will offer
supervision and support to Band 4, Band 3 staff and to student nurses on
placements. The post holder will offer training to non-specialists in their
own area where appropriate.
Responsibility for Information Resources and Administrative
Duties
To utilise
information systems as instructed (including paper based and electronic
system). To gather, record and maintain information on individual clients and
general work activity. To ensure all returns are completed in a timely manner.
To maintain confidentiality of
information regarding patients and relatives at all times.
Ensure
information resources are used to maintain knowledge of Trust, Directorate
and Team priorities and safety initiatives.
Maintain
up to date clinical record in a timely and accurate manner.
Ensure
information is shared with key stakeholders and other agencies in a secure
manner.
Responsibility for Research and Development
Undertake
surveys or audits, as necessary to own work.
Occasional
participation in R&D activity/ clinical trials.
Freedom to Act
Works within
clearly defined occupational policies, work is managed, rather than
supervised.
Works within
codes of practice and professional guidelines.
Any
Other Specific Tasks Required
The ability to access all
areas of Devon in a timely manner is essential. Some out of area work may be
required from time to time.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Understanding of managing own workload.
- Understanding of Assessment, Planning, Intervention and Evaluation of Nursing Care.
- Understanding of dealing with violence and aggression.
- Understanding of mainstream health and social care services.
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
Desirable
- Able to problem solve and assist others in this process.
- Ability to assess and manage risk effectively.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of Learning Disability Services.
- An understanding of Mental Health Act/ MH Capacity Act.
- Understanding of recovery principles in Learning Disability Services.
- Understanding of professional and current issues in learning disabilities nursing.
- Understanding of the health needs of people with learning disability and the health inequalities of people with a learning disability.
- Working Knowledge of equality and diversity.
- Working knowledge of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of safeguarding adult services, Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act including DOLS; Continuing Health Care Framework.
Qualifications
Essential
- RNLD or Equivalent RN Qualification Professional, clinical knowledge acquired through training to degree/diploma level.
- Experience of working with people who have a learning disability.
Communication and Working Relationship Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Able to provide and receive complex sensitive information in relation to staff, service users, families and carers.
- Openness Shares information and good practice appropriately.
- Mutual respect Treats others with courtesy and respect at all times.
- Accountability Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- An awareness of diversity and equality.
Desirable
- Understanding of Total Communication.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of Learning Disability Services.
- An understanding of Mental Health Act/ MH Capacity Act.
- Understanding of recovery principles in Learning Disability Services.
- Understanding of professional and current issues in learning disabilities nursing.
- Understanding of the health needs of people with learning disability and the health inequalities of people with a learning disability.
- Working Knowledge of equality and diversity.
- Working knowledge of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of safeguarding adult services, Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act including DOLS; Continuing Health Care Framework
Planning & Organisational Skills
Desirable
- Able to work across professional team and organisational boundaries.
- Able to analyse situations and assist in the planning of interventions to meet identified needs.
- Ability to delegate and prioritise workload of band 3 & 4 where applicable.
- Ability to manage various demands within the workplace.
- Effective time management.
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 (formerly known as CRB) 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).
Contact information:
Senior Operational Manager
Mascia Checconi
mascia.checconi@nhs.net
07890912545
