Bluebell ward is an Acute admissions Ward providing care to adults with mental health conditions such as Bipolar affective disorder, depression, and schizophrenia. The Ward can support the needs of up to 20 patients in a caring and compassionate environment. Based in Reading, located close to the amenities of the town centre and a leafy park, the wards work closely with patients and families to help them to identify their needs and participate actively in their care, providing a place of empathy, kindness, and compassion.

Main duties of the job

• Act as a clinical team leader for a group of nominated staff. Take charge of the ward in the absence of the ward manager and be responsible for the overall management of the ward.

• Assist in the implementation of clinical/management supervision of staff within the ward area.

• Take a lead role in the implementation of clinical care and the evaluation of nursing outcomes.

• Assist the ward manager with planning efficient use of staffing resources on the ward. Ensure that staffing levels are safe and contain the necessary skills mix, showing due regard to the need for effective budgetary management.

• Maintain effective systems of communication within the multi-disciplinary team and with patients and relatives.

• Develop your leadership skills to become competent in fulfilling the DSN (Duty Senior Nurse) role on a rotational basis within 6-9 months of starting your role dependant on previous experience.

• Be proactive in the production and implementation of new ideas and methods of care.

• Ensure that the learning needs of students allocated to the ward are met, including the development of education packages.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.

We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.

Benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

If you share our values and would like to come and work for us, please submit your application as soon as possible as we'll occasionally close roles early that have a high number of applications.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for you to be considered for this role:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse

• Mentorship qualification

• Experience in a mental health setting

• Evidence of continuing professional development and portfolio of evidence available

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Daniela Ungurusan on 01189605233 or email: Daniela.Ungurusan@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Evidence of continuing professional development and portfolio of evidence available
• IT Literate
• Mentorship Qualification
• Post Qualification Work Experience

Desirable

• Management/Leadership Qualification

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Desire to undertake further training and self-improvement to support patience experience

Previous Experience

Essential

• A minimum of 2 years post registration experience with in a mental health setting
• Previous experience in a mental health care setting
• Clinical Governance understanding

Desirable

• Policy Development and review experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to take on and complete tasks designated by ward managers such as ward audits
• Understanding Mental Health legislation which includes the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and DOLs
• The supervision development, appraisal and capability management of junior staff
• Report writing and presentations
• Role-modelling, networking, mentoring, chairing, group work and facilitation and driving clinical practice
• Team-working and the ability to play an effective part in a wider MDT
• Able to work effectively with colleagues
• Able to work under pressure and in a stressful environment

Desirable

• Resource and budget management
• Understanding of quality improvement methodology

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sites
• Honest, trustworthy, reliable
• Understand the limits of your abilities

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Prospect Park Hospital

Honey End Lane, Tilehurst

Reading

RG30 4EJ

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