One of our leading NHS clients is looking for experienced mental health nurses to cover shifts in acute hospitals in London.

Description:

Band 5 nurses work closely with the people who use our services, their families, friends, and carers, making a significant contribution to their experience of our services. They use clinical judgment and risk assessments to keep service users as safe as possible.

• Safeguard individuals by recognizing and responding when someone might be at risk of abuse, understanding their limits, and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Escalate safety concerns, acting as effective advocates for those who use our services.
• Be open and transparent about their own practice.
• Supervise the work of others.
• Reflect on daily practice to identify areas for safety or quality improvements.
• Work with others to create a culture of continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and comprehensive records.
• Stay compliant with mandatory training requirements.
• Provide skilled, evidence-based nursing care that adheres to agreed policies and procedures.
• Work with patients and families throughout the care planning process, including assessing risks and needs.
• Act as patient advocates in the multidisciplinary team and oversee others' work to ensure they respond to patients' needs and provide clinically effective care.
• Work autonomously, taking responsibility for the care given to patients within their own limits of competency and confidence.

Skills & Experience Required:

• At least 12 months of post-registration NHS experience.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, acting accordingly if untoward changes occur.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Knowledge of medication rounds and the safe administration of drugs.
• Practical experience in providing high-quality care and exceeding expectations.
• Ability to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy using effective communication skills (with colleagues and service users).
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Use of initiative under minimal supervision.
• Ability to participate in and provide management and clinical supervision.

To apply for this job, please send your updated CV with the job reference number - BS/10200/RMN3.