The post holder will have the role of the Treatment Team Nurse and will be part of a multidisciplinary team who administers anti-psychotic medication, offers the treatment of ECT andmonitors the physical health of patients open to secondary mental health services.The post holder will be based across multiple sites and GP Practices, promoting continuity ofcare and effective communication regarding the treatment and support for patients under thecare of secondary mental health services.The main role of the Treatment Team Nurse will be participation in the running and ongoingdevelopment of treatment and physical health clinics across the the borough footprint.

Main duties of the job

o Take a lead in facilitating the day-to-day functioning of the Clozapine Clinic, with supportand guidance from qualified professionals such as the nursing team, consultants andpharmacists.o To monitor the effects and side effects of Clozapine medication in the community, withguidance from relevant professionals, such as the nursing team, consultants andpharmacists.o To administer intramuscular injections and monitor the effects of these, with theknowledge of contraindications and side effects, being able to relay accurateinformation to patients in a format that they are able to understand in accordance withtrust policies.o To undertake venepuncture in the context of physical health monitoring, after relevanttraining and ongoing guidance.o To undertake physical health checks, interpret results and respond to and reportconcerns appropriately. (No moving and handling required).o To take part in the running of the ECT clinic and perform duties as specified. IncludingECT session handovers, management, and recovery of patients on the ECT pathway.o To participate in clinical supervision.

About us

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be actively involved in the development of team-based nursing, assuming theresponsibilities of assessing, planning, and implementing a programme of nursingcare for individual clients within the team. To support patients, plan and implement programmes of nursing care to meet theirindividual needs, referring to other agencies as appropriate. To evaluate and modify nursing care in accordance with the Care ProgrammeApproach and facilitate the development of discharge plans. To actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and contribute to clinical decisionsregarding patients in your care. To take part in group caseloads, with the support of the team and management. To keep accurate and timely professional records of nursing care, ensuringconfidentiality is maintained in line with Trust policy. To assist in the development of service standards and participate in clinical audit. To participate in the development and implementation of new initiatives, incorporatingresearched based practicesAFC 2/7/24 JME-135-24 Treatment Team Practitioner Band 5 Take a lead in facilitating the day-to-day functioning of the Clozapine Clinic, with supportand guidance from qualified professionals such as the nursing team, consultants andpharmacists. To monitor the effects and side effects of Clozapine medication in the community, withguidance from relevant professionals, such as the nursing team, consultants andpharmacists. To administer intramuscular injections and monitor the effects of these, with theknowledge of contraindications and side effects, being able to relay accurateinformation to patients in a format that they are able to understand in accordance withtrust policies. To undertake venepuncture in the context of physical health monitoring, after relevanttraining and ongoing guidance. To undertake physical health checks, interpret results and respond to and reportconcerns appropriately. (No moving and handling required). To take part in the running of the ECT clinic and perform duties as specified. IncludingECT session handovers, management, and recovery of patients on the ECT pathway. To participate in clinical supervision.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Assistant Practitioner with further experience to degree level
• ILS trained

Desirable

• ECTAS ECT nurse training completed.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a mental health setting
• Experience of delivering an ECT service

Desirable

• Experience of working within an acute mental health ward setting

Knowledge

Essential

• Good understanding of Mental Illness
• Knowledge of treatment and interventions appropriate for individuals with acute mental health needs
• Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, CPA process and the Mental Capacity Act
• Knowledge of current policy and guidance in relation to the development of Acute Mental Health Services and ECT
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Good organisational and planning skills
• Computer literate
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Training in management of violence and aggression techniques

Employer details

Employer name

Pennine Care NHS FT

Address

Maple House

Southlink Business Park, Maple House

Oldham

OL4 1DB

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