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Job summary

Main area
Community Mental Health
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
311-S648-25
Employer
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Oasis Building, Stepping Hill Hospital
Town
Stockport
Salary
£29,970 - £36,483 PA, pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
08/06/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust logo

Registered Mental Health Nurse

NHS AfC: Band 5

 

If you are Kind, Fair, Ingenious and Determined then we want you to come and join our #PennineCarePeople

https://www.penninecare.nhs.uk/values

 

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a  Registered Nurse to join the Physical Health & Treatment Team within Stockport.

Main duties of the job

The successful post holder will hold the role of the Physical Health & Treatment Team Practitioner and will be part of a multidisciplinary team who administers anti-psychotic medication, offers the treatment of ECT and monitors the physical health of patients open to secondary mental health services. 


The post holder will be based across multiple sites, promoting continuity of care and effective communication regarding the treatment and support for patients under the care of secondary care mental health services. 

Working for our organisation

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 #PennineCarePeople and 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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

         Take a lead in facilitating the day-to-day functioning of the Clozapine Clinic, with support and guidance from qualified professionals such as the nursing team, consultants and pharmacists.

         Monitor the effects and side effects of Clozapine medication in the community, with guidance from relevant professionals, such as the nursing team, consultants and pharmacists. 

         To administer intramuscular injections and monitor the effects of these, with the knowledge of contraindications and side effects, being able to relay accurate information to patients in a format that they are able to understand in accordance with trust policies. 

         To undertake venepuncture in the context of physical health monitoring, after relevant training and ongoing guidance. 

         To undertake physical health checks, interpret results and respond to and report concerns appropriately. (No moving and handling required). 

         To take part in the running of the ECT clinic and perform duties as specified. Including ECT session handovers, management, and recovery of patients on the ECT pathway. 

         To be actively involved in the development of team-based nursing, assuming the responsibilities of assessing, planning, and implementing a programme of nursing care for individual clients within the team.

         To support patients, plan and implement programmes of nursing care to meet their individual needs, referring to other agencies as appropriate.

         To evaluate and modify nursing care in accordance with the Care Programme Approach and facilitate the development of discharge plans.

         To actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and contribute to clinical decisions regarding 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, ensuring confidentiality 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, incorporating researched based practices.

         To participate in clinical supervision.

Person specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Registered Mental Health Nurse
  • Good Standard of General Education
Desirable criteria
  • Registered General Nurse
  • NMP

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Clinical Experience within the NHS
  • Experience of working witt clients with complex mental health needs
Desirable criteria
  • Previous experience within Depot Clinics
  • Previous experience within Clozapine Clinics
  • Previous Experience of working within ECT Suites

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Good understanding of Severe Mental Illness (SMI)
  • Knowledge of treatment and interventions appropriate for individuals with acute mental health needs
  • Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of the Mental Health Act processes and the Mental Capacity Act
  • Understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of current policy and guidance in relation to the development of Mental Health Services
  • Specialist knowledge of treatment interventions used within SMI

Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Good organisational and planning skills
  • Venepuncture trained, or willing to complete
  • Ability to complete Physical Health checks or willing to complete training
  • Ability to use PocHi Machine or willing to complete training
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to manage own time, prioritise workload and work to deadlines
  • IT Skills

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareNo smoking policyDisability confident employerNorth West BAME

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Karen Coutts
Job title
Team manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0161 716 5706
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