We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (RNLD), to join our energetic and committed team to continue on the journey of developing and strengthening community support for adults with Learning Disabilities who may also be Autistic, present with mental ill-health and/or behaviour that challenges. Intensive Support Team works across Community Adult Learning Disability teams to support the on-going Transforming Care for people with a Learning Disability nationally.

Please note this is a community post and the post holder will be required to travel around the geographic area without the use of public transport.

Proposed interview date: to be confirmed

Main duties of the job

Our purpose is to provide assessments and positive behavioural approaches/plans for people who are at risk of admission to specialist or mental health hospital or placement breakdown. This involves working with the individuals, providing modelling and training to provider care staff and/or family members, to achieve patient centred outcomes and support improvement in quality of life as much as possible. We may also support safe transitions between providers and work with inpatient services, the individual to facilitate successful discharge.

Clinical work is multi-disciplinary involving assessment of complex cases, formulation and provision of therapeutic interventions, including positive behavioural approaches as part of the multi-disciplinary care planning and delivery. Planning and directing and supervising associated work for HCAs and delivery of patient-centred training packages to care providers are also part of this rewarding role.

The role involves working in collaboration with Social Care, Specialist Commissioning and Specialist Care Providers. Intervention plans involve working alongside all these agencies, our Trust's Community Learning Disability multi-disciplinary teams in Cornwall.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

• Professional qualification - RNLD
• Current professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Relevant specialist clinical skills and experience
• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities using specialist assessments and

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

• Supervision and mentorship
• Involvement in clinical governance, audit and evidence based practice
• Able to use reflective practice and clinical supervision to provide high quality and specialist assessments and interventions

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Suite 7, Carew House

Beacon Technology Park, Dunmere Road

Bodmin

PL31 2QN

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