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Band 5 Staff Nurse

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must communicate effectively, develop skills, ensure safety, improve service quality, support diversity, assess needs, deliver care, transport items, manage data, monitor spending, and supervise staff.
  • You will communicate with patients and staff, assess and plan care, promote health and safety, support diversity, and manage data and resources while improving service quality.

Requirements

  • To develop and maintain communication with individuals and/or groups of patients, carers and staff, about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations.
  • To develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to the development of others.
  • To promote, monitor and maintain best health, safety and security of self and others in work area.
  • To contribute to the improvement of the service.
  • To contribute to improving quality
  • To support people’s equality, diversity and rights.
  • To contribute to promoting health and wellbeing and preventing adverse effects on health and wellbeing.
  • To assess health and wellbeing needs and develop, monitor and review care plans to meet specific needs.
  • To plan, deliver and evaluate care to meet people’s health and wellbeing needs.
  • To transport people and/or items.
  • To input, store and provide data and information.
  • To monitor expenditure.
  • To supervise people’s work

Responsibilities

  • To develop and maintain communication with individuals and/or groups of patients, carers and staff, about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations.
  • To develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to the development of others.
  • To promote, monitor and maintain best health, safety and security of self and others in work area.
  • To contribute to the improvement of the service.
  • To contribute to improving quality
  • To support people’s equality, diversity and rights.
  • To contribute to promoting health and wellbeing and preventing adverse effects on health and wellbeing.
  • To assess health and wellbeing needs and develop, monitor and review care plans to meet specific needs.
  • To plan, deliver and evaluate care to meet people’s health and wellbeing needs.
  • To transport people and/or items.
  • To input, store and provide data and information.
  • To monitor expenditure.
  • To supervise people’s work

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Band 5 Staff Nurse position?

You need to be a registered mental health nurse with a passion for caring and a commitment to delivering high-quality care.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Band 5 Staff Nurse?

Responsibilities include developing communication with patients and staff, assessing health and wellbeing needs, planning and delivering care, and contributing to service improvement.

Is experience in mental health care required for this role?

While some experience in mental health care is beneficial, the most important requirement is a strong commitment to patient care and willingness to adapt to an ever-changing work environment.

What is the work schedule like for this position?

The work schedule may vary, and you should be prepared to work in an environment that can change dynamically, which may include shifts.

What training and development opportunities are available for staff?

The role allows you to develop your own knowledge and skills while also contributing to the development of others on the team.

How does this position support equality and diversity?

The Trust promotes and supports people's equality, diversity, and rights within the workplace, ensuring an inclusive environment for both patients and staff.

Can I arrange an informal visit before applying?

Yes, you can contact the Retention Lead, Nyarai Chuma, via email to arrange an informal visit.

What type of patients will I care for in this role?

You will care for a diverse range of patients, including those in high secure, low secure, and community settings across various London boroughs.

What is the Trust's general rating from the Care Quality Commission?

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overall, with its forensic services rated as 'Outstanding.'

What is the direct contact email for further inquiries about the job?

You can reach Nyarai Chuma at n.chuma@nhs.net for any further inquiries regarding the position.

West London NHS Trust is one the most diverse providers of NHS mental and physical health care in the UK.

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Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.