Registered Learning Disability Nurse
Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting for a Registered Learning Disability Nurse RNLD for one of our private clients in Leicester. This is a permanent, full-time position offering competitive pay and the opportunity to work in a specialised mental health environment.
Salary: £37,440 - £45,760 per annumShift Patterns: Full-time, 40 hours per week Day and night shifts available
Role Overview:
As an RNLD, you will take on a role similar to that of a mental health nurse, with a specialised focus on individuals with learning disabilities. Your responsibilities will include conducting assessments, developing personalised care plans, and providing high-quality nursing care to patients with learning disabilities and mental health challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive assessments, including environmental and sensory evaluations, to understand the specific needs of individuals with learning disabilities.Develop and implement personalised care plans, ensuring they address the unique needs and strengths of each patient.
Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and provide ongoing medical support to individuals with learning disabilities and mental health issues.
Implement behavioural support plans to manage challenging behaviours and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on effective behaviour management strategies.
Advocate for individuals with learning disabilities, ensuring their needs and preferences are communicated effectively to families and healthcare professionals.
Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other professionals to provide holistic care.
Offer training and education to patients, their families, and support staff about mental health and learning disabilities.
Stay updated on the latest research and developments in learning disabilities and mental health care.
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards in the provision of care.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Hold a valid NMC Pin.Must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Minimum of 2 years' experience working in a mental health setting.
Experience working with patients with ASD Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and its sections.
Ability to work within a shift/rota system.
Information about the Service:This role is based at a 31-bed hospital in Leicester, designed to offer flexible support for women aged 18-65 with complex mental health needs. The hospital provides care for patients with conditions including personality disorders, serious mental illness, and complex trauma, supporting them along their rehabilitation pathways.
Licence/Certification Required:
NMC RequiredWork authorisation: United Kingdom
If this sounds of interest please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk