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Mental Health Nurse Urgent Care and Access rotation post

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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must have RMN registration, mental health experience, knowledge of the Mental Health Act, skills in assessments, supervision, and communication, plus a commitment to professional development.
  • You will assess and support patients with mental health issues, provide consultations, offer interventions, collaborate with hospital staff, and educate colleagues to ensure quality care.

Requirements

  • Job Requirements:
  • Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
  • Experience of working with mental health service users
  • Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and relevant legislation
  • Knowledge of mental health issues and treatment options
  • Ability to work flexibly and manage competing demands
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to undertake assessments of patients
  • Ability to provide clinical supervision and support to staff
  • Ability to represent the service at multi-disciplinary meetings
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and training
  • Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or equivalent qualification
  • Current NMC registration

Responsibilities

  • Offering an assessment service to patients presenting with a range of mental health and psychological problems, over the age of 16 yrs. of age.
  • Providing a mental health consultation-liaison and advice service
  • Delivering a range of interventions to individual patients and their families, as appropriate
  • Assisting and supporting general hospital colleagues in making decisions about treatment and care in complex situations
  • Providing formal and informal education and clinical supervision to registered and unregistered staff.
  • Representing mental health services within the general hospital
  • Providing a communication structure between the general hospital, secondary mental health services, primary care and non-statutory services, as a means of ensuring the highest possible standards of care.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Mental Health Nurse Urgent Care and Access rotation post.

What does the rotation entail?

The rotation involves working across three teams: Mental Health Liaison Team (MHLT), Home Based Treatment Team (HBTT), and Initial Response Service (IRS), with rotations every 6 months.

What kind of shifts will I be working?

You will work a mix of days and night shifts as part of the rotation between the teams.

What age group does the Home Based Treatment Team support?

The Home Based Treatment Team supports individuals aged 16 years and older.

What type of mental health issues does the service address?

The service addresses a range of mental health concerns, including moderate to complex or serious mental health problems.

Will there be supervision in this role?

Yes, you will receive supervision from the community matron and your clinical supervisor in each of the teams.

How does the Mental Health Liaison Team support patients?

The Mental Health Liaison Team provides assessments, consultation-liaison services, and interventions to patients presenting with mental health issues in general hospitals.

Is there an emphasis on education and clinical supervision?

Yes, the role includes providing formal and informal education and clinical supervision to both registered and unregistered staff.

Does the Trust support flexible working arrangements?

Yes, the Trust encourages flexible working arrangements, including options like term time, part time, compressed hours, and schedule flexibility.

Who can I contact for further information about the position?

You can contact Dominic Hudson, Service Manager, Access & Urgent Care via email at dominic.hudson@LSCFT.nhs.uk for further details or informal visits.

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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Supporting Health and Wellbeing

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, and substance misuse services across Lancashire and South Cumbria. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to improve mental and emotional well-being. Their purpose is to support individuals in their recovery and promote mental health through integrated, compassionate care and community engagement.