COMMUNITY CARE TRUST (SOUTH DEVON) LTD
JOB DESCRIPTION
POST TITLE:
RMN
BASE:
Cypress Independent Hospital
SALARY:
£25,518 - £26,019 p/a
CONTRACT:
Substantive
Subject to 26 week probationary period
HOURS:
Full time, Part time,
Bank
ACCOUNTABLE TO:
Recovery Service Manager
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Clinical Lead
COMMUNITY CARE TRUST CONTEXT:
The Trust is a leading third sector provider of recovery supportive services in Devon and Torbay and is committed
to the continuing development of recovery values in practice. The Trust’s approach to this is set out in the
statement of purpose which incorporates our three key principles:
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All people have shared human needs to maintain or recover mental wellbeing and a satisfying quality of life.
Our purpose is to support, through the recovery coach relationship, each individual to meet their needs in
order to live well.
We will support each person to achieve their personally defined outcomes and will deliver this support in
ways which are responsive to personal preference.
We will strive continuously to improve and develop our ability to support personal recovery and to achieve the
standards set for the mental health and wellbeing networks in Devon and Torbay. These standards are set out in
the Trust’s statement of purpose and all employees are expected to work towards them at all times.
ROLE SUMMARY:
To take a lead role in the delivery of comprehensive and effective recovery to people who look to us for support.
To work with and support other team members to ensure that people receive skilled recovery practice to the
highest standard. To take responsibility for recovery qualities communication within our service and the wider
community. In the absence of the manager/clinical lead, to assume responsibility for the safe running of the unit.
JOB PURPOSE:
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To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate individual care plans.
To provide named nurse role to people who use our service.
To promote and improve quality of service provided.
To manage the unit in the absence of the manager/clinical lead.
To participate in the internal rotation system, including weekend working.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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To be a proactive, skilled member of the ward multi-disciplinary team.
To have knowledge of and experience in providing individual and group clinical/therapy work.
To demonstrate effective leadership and assist with providing advice and guidance to non-qualified staff and
students.
To be responsible for the provision and maintenance of effective therapeutic relationships, which at all times
acknowledges the rights and personal dignity, and encourages opportunity for growth and development, of the
person using this service.
To provide cross cover to other CCT services when there is a clinical need.
To participate in RMN on call rota.
To work in line with agreed safeguarding protocols at all times.
To engage actively in required training.
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To demonstrate a working knowledge of the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 (including 2007
updates), Mental Capacity Act 2005 (to include Deprivation of Liberty safeguards), Care Programme Approach,
and National Health Service and Community Care Act 1990.
To work to the NICE and NMC Guidelines and Standards.
To be aware of and work in line with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.
COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
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To have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
To be proficient in the use of electronic systems.
To maintain professional working relationships with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
To be able to liaise with carers, families and user groups and representatives.
To liaise with a range of professionals and agencies allied to the ‘holistic’ care of the person using this service,
e.g. G.P, social worker, housing etc.
PLANNING AND ORGANISATION:
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To act as nurse in charge on shift and ensure effective prioritisation and completion of tasks.
To act up (take responsibility for the hospital) in the absence of the manager, as required.
To supervise others in line with Trust policy.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR CARE, TREATMENT AND THERAPY:
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To act as named nurse for a cohort of people.
To assess complex health and well being needs and develop, monitor and review care plans to meet individual
needs.
To update all records on RiO (electronic clinical records).
To provide robust risk assessments and ensure they are updated regularly on RiO (electronic clinical records).
To maintain professionalism at all times whilst being non-judgemental.
To ensure safe practice working to NMC, Government and Trust policies and procedures.
To maintain accurate documentation using the correct recording systems (mostly electronic).
POLICY, SERVICE, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT RESPONSIBILITY:
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To be aware of national and professional developments.
To participate in ongoing training and education progress.
To demonstrate evidence based practice and participate in research/audit/pilot projects.
To be aware of current initiatives in inpatient care.
To promote service changes with positive professional attitude and fully engage in service changes.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCE, EQUIPMENT AND OTHER RESOURCES:
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To ensure Trust policies and procedures are followed in relation to the handling of monies, property etc.
belonging to people using the service.
To demonstrate effective risk management skills.
To use Trust resources in a sustainable, cost effective and appropriate way.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUPERVISION, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT:
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To demonstrate and develop effective leadership/management skills.
To provide supervision and appraisals to appropriate/allocated staff.
To participated in the role of mentor to students.
To participate in the role of preceptor to newly qualified staff (where appropriate).
To participate in audits.
INFORMATION RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:
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To ensure accurate documentation.
To ensure all records are maintained in compliance with Trust policy, professional standards and governance
regulation.
To have working knowledge of RiO system and associated systems.
To engage and participate in the use of electronic recording systems and training when required.
To participate in formulating and providing reports for other professionals.
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OTHER SPECIFIC TASKS REQUIRED:
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To demonstrate a working knowledge of NMC codes of conduct and comply with them.
To demonstrate a working knowledge of government health and social care policy.
To have a working knowledge of PREP requirements and maintain personal, professional development.
To report any observed incident of unprofessional behaviour, accident/incident, untoward occurrence, and
faulty equipment immediately to service manager/clinical lead.
To take an active role in own supervision and continuous professional development.
REVIEW OF THIS JOB DESCRIPTION:
This job description is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be amended in the light
of changing service needs. This job description will be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder on an annual
basis.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Confidentiality
The post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality of information relating to the Trust, individuals and
patient information. The post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the Data Protection Act.
Equality & Diversity
Devon Partnership NHS Trust is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who
access services. You must work in accordance with equal opportunity policies/procedures and promote the
equality and diversity agenda of the Trust.
Recovery
It is a requirement of all employees to have an understanding of the broad principals of the Recovery Approach and
to incorporate them into every aspect of their work, in support of the Trust’s aim to provide services that support
people’s recovery through being holistic and promoting social inclusion, self management, personal autonomy and
independence.
Risk Management / Health and Safety
Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974,
ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out and maintain a safe environment for employees, service users
and visitors.
Records Management
The post holder has responsibility for the timely and accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in
accordance with Trust policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data Protection Act, The Freedom
of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements.
Clinical Governance
The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical governance activities to assist the Trust to provide high
quality services.
Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infection
The post holder is expected to comply with Trust Infection Control policies and conduct themselves at all times in
such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated infection.
Policies & Procedures
Trust employees are expected to follow Trust policies, procedures and guidance as well as professional standards
and guidelines. Copies of Trust policies can be accessed via the staff intranet or external website or via your
manager.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
POST TITLE:
STAFF NURSE (RMN) – CYPRESS INDEPENDENT HOSPITAL
Essential /
Desirable
Requirement
Assessment method
Application
Interview
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
RMN / RNMH with current registration
A willingness to complete Trust mandatory courses (will be required to
complete and undertake relevant Physical Interventions training, with
adjustments considered, if required)
Current driving licence with car available
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of and skills in providing supervision
Knowledge of ordering, storing and administering required medication
Knowledge of possible side effects of medication
Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1987 (including updates)
Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty safeguards
Knowledge of CPA (Care Programme Approach)
Multi-disciplinary working
Understanding of Recovery Principles in Mental Health
Knowledge and understanding of both adult’s and children’s safeguarding
guidance
EXPERIENCE
Experience of mental health nursing and the nursing process
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Communication Skills:
Excellent verbal and written skills
Ability to form positive therapeutic relationships with service users, carers and
other professional bodies
Excellent IT skills
Knowledge of RiO – electronic case notes
Ability to engage in and lead (when requested) MDT meetings
Analytical and Judgemental Skills:
Ability to assess situations, make decisions, co-ordinate and organise
appropriate responses
Have an awareness and ability to maintain personal boundaries
Ability to assess risk
Planning and Organisational Skills:
To be able to plan and implement all aspects of nursing skills
To demonstrate effective leadership skills across CCT
Physical Skills:
To attend mandatory training for Breakaway, Manual Handling, etc.
To be able to work on shift rotation which includes night duties
Other Skills and Abilities:
To work to the Trust’s Data Protection and Confidentiality Guidance Policy
To be able to work as part of a team
Work as an effective role model
Promote effective service delivery and future changes in a positive way
Willingness for self development
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KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
The post holder is expected to develop and foster key working relationships with all internal /external agencies
and principally:
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CCT service managers and team members
Care Coordinators
CRHT
Central admin team
Haytor
Referring agents
Contract managers
Housing and accommodation officers
Benefit officers
CAB
Advocacy teams
Housing providers
CMHTs
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