An exciting opportunity has arisen in Salford Inpatients Acute Services. We specialise in the assessment and treatment of people with a broad spectrum of acute and enduring mental health needs. We provide care and treatment to inpatients that are experiencing an acute phase of a mental illness. Our aim is to manage and reduce the risks associated with acute episodes of mental illness through evidence-based assessment and treatment, and psychosocial interventions for individuals and their families.

Meadowbrook has four wards which have one vacancy each. The wards at Meadowbrook are Chaucer Ward, Eagleton Ward, Keats Ward and Maccoll Ward. Chaucer Ward is an 8 bedded male psychiatric intensive care unit. Eagleton ward is a 19 bedded male acute ward for Salford patients. Keats ward is an 18 bedded female acute ward. Maccoll Ward is an 18 bedded male acute ward for Manchester patients.

We are looking for skilled and enthusiastic Band 5 nurses to work within our multi professional team. You will be part of a caring and compassionate team that is committed to supporting patients through their recovery journey.

We are seeking newly qualified or experienced mental health nurses.

Main duties of the job

Meadowbrook prides itself on the supportive and innovative culture that supports the staff in their personal and professional development. There are always opportunities for staff to receive additional training in relation to each staff members needs and interests. This is on top of the local band 5 development training. Meadowbrook has a adopted a trauma informed and least restrictive approach to ensure high quality and safe patient care.

Our wards are busy and need staff that show a high degree of motivation and commitment to deliver excellent care. We have a substantial support package available to new starters and staff on the preceptorship pathway.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Qualified or soon to be qualified

Desirable

• Already holds nursing PIN
• Degree in health care related topc

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates good communication skills
• Evidence of working within an MDT
• Inpatient experience
• Awareness of CPA, risk assessment and carer involvement

Desirable

• Evidence of working in areas outside of inpatients

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working within an inpatient mental health unit
• Evidence of co-ordinating care
• Evidence of working within an MDT

Desirable

• Post preceptor experience
• Experience of supervising junior staff
• Experience in working in various inpatient areas

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

Salford Inpatients Services

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HG



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