Community Practitioner
Hello!
We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).
We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, ‘I’ve seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.’ We’re on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.
Opportunities for you
Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we’ve got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.
We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there’s lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme.All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.
- Cultural diversity staff network
- Disabled staff network
- LGBT+ staff network
We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:
- Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association
- Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
- Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group
We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.
Always improving
CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We’re always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that?
Please note that it is a requirement of this Trust that all external applicants pay for their own DBS certification if a DBS check is required for the post. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic, dynamic and committed qualified mental health nurses to work in the Psychiatric Liaison Team (PLT) based at NSECH hospital at Cramlington. Adult person pathway.
We are seeking to appoint highly motivated Band 6 staff within the adult psychiatry pathway as part of the 24/7 service.
This is an interesting and varied role, working in fast-paced environments including Accident and Emergency (ED) and in-patient wards across the footfall of the acute trust - NSECH and other base sites.
Main duties of the job
Responsibility for undertaking biopsychosocial assessment and risk assessment, delivering brief interventions, liaising with other services and offering the acute Trust staff expert advice, as well as giving ongoing support and treatment to patients, as required.
The successful candidate will be joining a team with well-established links with the acute trusts, community and will be expected to contribute to the ongoing development of the service.
We have a Clinical Reference Group for all CNTW Liaison Teams with biweekly teaching, dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist for adult pathway, Nurse Consultant, psychology, pharmacy and Clinical Leadership team.
The service operates 24/7 and there is an expectation that the successful person will work shifts/bank holidays/nightshifts.
We have access to the acute site facilities including a GYM and health and wellbeing hub.
In Liaison psychiatry, staff undertake comprehensive biopsychosocial mental health assessments alongside robust risk and safety planning assessments.
When patients remain in the acute hospital for medical treatment, we provide liaison interventions which may include brief psychological interventions.
Liaising with professional's involved in the person's care including family and carers, acute care staff, social care and other services.
We have a supportive MDT each day and work very closely with acute colleagues (emergency department, medical admissions, alcohol specialist nurses and safeguarding team).
Working for our organisation
NSECH PLT is a 24-hour service that provides timely, consistent, and high-quality assessment, mental health interventions and recommendations/onward signposting for the management of patients.
Presenting with acts of self-harm and/or co-morbid physical and mental health needs in general hospital settings.
In partnership with acute trust colleagues and other professionals when indicated, to manage the interface with patient’s physical health needs ensuring all patients admitted to the acute hospital trust are placed on the most appropriate pathway of care and achieve the best outcomes.
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
While promoting a positive attitude towards mental health, promoting recovery and wellbeing. Through the lens of parity of esteem, and the principles of duty of candour.
Taking into account the needs of relatives and carers.
Core humanistic values of compassion, empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 13^th May 2025Closing date : 27^th May 2025
We welcome your application.
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential criteria- Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
- Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post.
- Mentor training
- Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection.
- Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation.
- Post graduate qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria- 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
- Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.
Skills and Competencies
Essential criteria- Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs
- Risk assessment and risk management / safety planning skills
- Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others).
- Ability to adapt within a changing environment.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.
Please ensure to check out all of the supporting documents linked to this advert, for useful information about working for us, information from our Chief Executive and much more.