Job summary

Sun (occasionally) sand, ice-cream and donkey’s, Have I got your attention now? Good. Are YOU up for a new challenge? Are YOU a great leader? Are YOU justwhat we are looking for? A new exciting opportunity has arisen on Juniper Ward to become the ward manager. Juniper is an 18 bedded adult acute ward based in Weston-Super-Mare treating adults of working age with mental health difficulties. Supporting them through treatment, mapping out their recovery journeys and supporting them to live their life to its fullest potential.

If this sounds like the job for YOU, please get in touch to find out more.

At AWP we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds; we are particularly keen to encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ+ community. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge to AWP, as diversity makes us stronger.

Main duties of the job

To deliver operational management, clinical leadership and supervision to designated team of staff within the Unit, making best use of resources at all times.

Your responsibility is to ensure that all aspects of care provided to service users is of the highest quality, delivered in a manner that is respectful andsensitive to their needs and the needs of the carer.

About us

We are AWP (Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust) a diverse organisation with over 5,000 dedicated staff providing inpatient and community-based mental health care.

We provide services from a range of locations to approximately 1.8 million people living in Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES), Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Swindon, across the county of Wiltshire and in parts of Dorset.

Our outstanding people promote mental health and wellbeing. The expertise and resources within AWP are dedicated to a person-centred approach for those who use our services and for all employees. We recognise that happy and fulfilled employees give better care.

Date posted

23 November 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£41,659 to £47,672 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

342-NS195-1122

Job locations

Juniper Ward, Longfox Unit

Grange Road

Weston-Super-Mare

BS23 4TS

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Clinical Practice Management To act as a Clinical Leader with continuing clinical responsibility for designated clinical areas, ensuring that services provide high quality evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, interventions andevaluations for patients. This will include: Confidential, sensitive and comprehensive, person-centred mental health nursing assessment that includes a Risk Assessment and ICPA/SAP to people who present with mental health problems. Contributing to the professional development and the clinical supervision of team members on a formal and regular basis to maintain and develop quality standards of practice in accordance withappropriate professional guidelines, Trust Policies and level of responsibility of the post. Assess and monitor service provision against CQC standards (e.g., healthcare, associated infection control, health and safety, catering and food hygiene, fire safety and emergency planning) and contribute to the development of services that meet these standards. Enable service users by providing accurate and appropriate information, offering choices and involving them as fully as possible in the care process. To demonstrate a working knowledge of the key elements of relevant Mental Health Legislation. Ensure the ordering, storage, administration and disposal of medication complies with relevant Trust and legislative guidance e.g., NMC Standards for Medicines Management 2010, Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and MHA (1983). Demonstrating knowledge, experience and competence specific to the area of practice. Enabling staff to use evidence-based strategies and person-centred/psychosocial interventions in the care and treatment of people with mental health problems. Leading by example, motivating and empowering others and promoting positive attitudes, mutual understanding and collaboration between all services involved in the care process. To provide a source of information on how to best meet the mental health needs of service users and their carers. Pursue legitimate patient concerns, resolving problems on their behalf in an efficient and effective manner. Ensure that all staff have access to and are familiar with all clinical and other policies and procedures operational within the Trust.

2 Teaching, Education & Health Promotion To use the Practitioners specialist skills, knowledge and resources to co-ordinate learning opportunities for staff within designated areas. This will include: Regular provision of advice and training to staff. Contribute to the provision of an appropriate learning environment for pre- and post- registered students, novice practitioners, and new team members. This may include formal teaching sessions. Evidence of promotion of positive attitudes towards mental health. To contribute to a culture of learning within the designated clinical areas.

3 Continuing Professional Development To maintain and develop professional knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure that own clinical practice remains evidence based, is current and responsive to meet changing patient and NHS service needs, asoutlined in the NHS Plan (2000). Implement all legal rules, statutory regulations and professional responsibilities relating to practice outlined in the NMC’s ‘The Code’: Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics for Nurses and Midwives. Take responsibility for post-registration education and for continuing professional development as outlined in NMC Standards. Actively participate in regular clinical supervision from an identified Senior Practitioner, as identified in Trust Clinical Supervision Policy. To be aware of the need for appropriate management support and supervision from the line manager, and to maintain records of these meetings. To maintain Health and Safety in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974). Implement the Clinical and Personnel Policies and Procedures of AWP Trust. Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant medicines, related medication management issues in line with the appropriate NMC standards and Trust policy and ensure that staff also work within these guidelines.

4. Finance and Workforce To manage all budgets within the post holders’ sphere of control and make best use of available workforce resources based on agreed staffing models. To agree and manage all pay and non-pay budgets for area of responsibility. To contribute to PEAT and environmental risk assessments on a regular basis so that best use is made of non-pay/capital resources. To work with the Modern Matron to monitor all SLA activity and ensure specified standards are met. To manage any staffing resources in line with AWP best practice guidance To contribute to the review of staffing resource and skill mix, ensuring that service provision is both safe and therapeutic. Develop staff rosters in line with AWP guidance utilizing electronic rostering systems (Rosterpro) Monitor record and manage staff attendance as detailed in Trust Policy and procedure, and to take appropriate action. To ensure structured appraisal systems are in place for all staff. Take part in initial investigations of staff disciplinary issues.

5 Record Keeping and Administration To maintain standards of record keeping and associated administration in accordance with AWP Trust Policy, local joint arrangements and professional guidelines. This will include: The upkeep of contemporaneous, chronological and accurate mental health records in accordance with relevant NMC Guidelines and Trust Policy, and Guidance. Ensure and evidence that staff are compliant with NMC and Trust Guidance. To establish comparison groups and clinical benchmarking activity concerning documentation as outlined in The Essence of Care, and to work under the direction of Essence of Care lead. To contribute to the achievement of Controls Assurance Standards relating to Records Management within their span of control. Implement Trust and Service Policies and Procedures relating to health and safety at work. Ensure that all staff are aware and compliant, in order to maintain safety of service users and staff within the Unit at all times.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Clinical Practice Management To act as a Clinical Leader with continuing clinical responsibility for designated clinical areas, ensuring that services provide high quality evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, interventions andevaluations for patients. This will include: Confidential, sensitive and comprehensive, person-centred mental health nursing assessment that includes a Risk Assessment and ICPA/SAP to people who present with mental health problems. Contributing to the professional development and the clinical supervision of team members on a formal and regular basis to maintain and develop quality standards of practice in accordance withappropriate professional guidelines, Trust Policies and level of responsibility of the post. Assess and monitor service provision against CQC standards (e.g., healthcare, associated infection control, health and safety, catering and food hygiene, fire safety and emergency planning) and contribute to the development of services that meet these standards. Enable service users by providing accurate and appropriate information, offering choices and involving them as fully as possible in the care process. To demonstrate a working knowledge of the key elements of relevant Mental Health Legislation. Ensure the ordering, storage, administration and disposal of medication complies with relevant Trust and legislative guidance e.g., NMC Standards for Medicines Management 2010, Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and MHA (1983). Demonstrating knowledge, experience and competence specific to the area of practice. Enabling staff to use evidence-based strategies and person-centred/psychosocial interventions in the care and treatment of people with mental health problems. Leading by example, motivating and empowering others and promoting positive attitudes, mutual understanding and collaboration between all services involved in the care process. To provide a source of information on how to best meet the mental health needs of service users and their carers. Pursue legitimate patient concerns, resolving problems on their behalf in an efficient and effective manner. Ensure that all staff have access to and are familiar with all clinical and other policies and procedures operational within the Trust.

2 Teaching, Education & Health Promotion To use the Practitioners specialist skills, knowledge and resources to co-ordinate learning opportunities for staff within designated areas. This will include: Regular provision of advice and training to staff. Contribute to the provision of an appropriate learning environment for pre- and post- registered students, novice practitioners, and new team members. This may include formal teaching sessions. Evidence of promotion of positive attitudes towards mental health. To contribute to a culture of learning within the designated clinical areas.

3 Continuing Professional Development To maintain and develop professional knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure that own clinical practice remains evidence based, is current and responsive to meet changing patient and NHS service needs, asoutlined in the NHS Plan (2000). Implement all legal rules, statutory regulations and professional responsibilities relating to practice outlined in the NMC’s ‘The Code’: Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics for Nurses and Midwives. Take responsibility for post-registration education and for continuing professional development as outlined in NMC Standards. Actively participate in regular clinical supervision from an identified Senior Practitioner, as identified in Trust Clinical Supervision Policy. To be aware of the need for appropriate management support and supervision from the line manager, and to maintain records of these meetings. To maintain Health and Safety in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974). Implement the Clinical and Personnel Policies and Procedures of AWP Trust. Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant medicines, related medication management issues in line with the appropriate NMC standards and Trust policy and ensure that staff also work within these guidelines.

4. Finance and Workforce To manage all budgets within the post holders’ sphere of control and make best use of available workforce resources based on agreed staffing models. To agree and manage all pay and non-pay budgets for area of responsibility. To contribute to PEAT and environmental risk assessments on a regular basis so that best use is made of non-pay/capital resources. To work with the Modern Matron to monitor all SLA activity and ensure specified standards are met. To manage any staffing resources in line with AWP best practice guidance To contribute to the review of staffing resource and skill mix, ensuring that service provision is both safe and therapeutic. Develop staff rosters in line with AWP guidance utilizing electronic rostering systems (Rosterpro) Monitor record and manage staff attendance as detailed in Trust Policy and procedure, and to take appropriate action. To ensure structured appraisal systems are in place for all staff. Take part in initial investigations of staff disciplinary issues.

5 Record Keeping and Administration To maintain standards of record keeping and associated administration in accordance with AWP Trust Policy, local joint arrangements and professional guidelines. This will include: The upkeep of contemporaneous, chronological and accurate mental health records in accordance with relevant NMC Guidelines and Trust Policy, and Guidance. Ensure and evidence that staff are compliant with NMC and Trust Guidance. To establish comparison groups and clinical benchmarking activity concerning documentation as outlined in The Essence of Care, and to work under the direction of Essence of Care lead. To contribute to the achievement of Controls Assurance Standards relating to Records Management within their span of control. Implement Trust and Service Policies and Procedures relating to health and safety at work. Ensure that all staff are aware and compliant, in order to maintain safety of service users and staff within the Unit at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RN3: Mental Health Nurse
  • Experience

    Essential

  • Substantial experience at Band 6 level
  • Leadership

    Essential

  • Demonstrate effective leadership (motivation, initiative, change management) and management skills in a clinical area
  • Mental Health Act

    Essential

  • In-depth knowledge of Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Mental Capacity Act and other relevant legislation
  • Development

    Essential

  • Evidence of up to date knowledge of current development in mental health care and nursing practice
  • Health & Safety

    Essential

  • Awareness and understanding of Health & Safety and Infection Control in an Inpatient Setting
  • Management

    Essential

  • Ability to recognize and manage stress in the workplace
  • Leadership

    Essential

  • Significant demonstrable experience of leading teams in the effective delivery of care
  • Staff/Budget Management

    Essential

  • Clear understanding of the principles of managing significant numbers of staff and tight financial budgets
  • Staff Management

    Essential

  • Experience of managing sickness and attendance in staff, appraisals and recruitment processes
  • Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

  • RN3: Mental Health Nurse
  • Experience

    Essential

  • Substantial experience at Band 6 level
  • Leadership

    Essential

  • Demonstrate effective leadership (motivation, initiative, change management) and management skills in a clinical area
  • Mental Health Act

    Essential

  • In-depth knowledge of Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Mental Capacity Act and other relevant legislation
  • Development

    Essential

  • Evidence of up to date knowledge of current development in mental health care and nursing practice
  • Health & Safety

    Essential

  • Awareness and understanding of Health & Safety and Infection Control in an Inpatient Setting
  • Management

    Essential

  • Ability to recognize and manage stress in the workplace
  • Leadership

    Essential

  • Significant demonstrable experience of leading teams in the effective delivery of care
  • Staff/Budget Management

    Essential

  • Clear understanding of the principles of managing significant numbers of staff and tight financial budgets
  • Staff Management

    Essential

  • Experience of managing sickness and attendance in staff, appraisals and recruitment processes
  • Disclosure and Barring Service Check

    This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    Additional information

    Disclosure and Barring Service Check

    This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).