Senior Acute Care Nurse

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity to work in mental health services. are are looking for an empathetic and enthusiastic individual with a passion for working in acute female inpatient services. This vital role involves interacting with the patients on a daily basis and helping them meet their daily needs.

In addition, the job entails being on the front line of monitoring patients ‘mental state in order to report this to registered nursing colleagues.

The post is for full time working, which requires working on rota-based system with rotational nights and bank holidays also a requirement. Previous experience is desirable but not mandatory, as full induction to the service, complete with all mandatory training, will be given to the successful applicant.

Once established in post, further opportunities for additional training and career progression can be offered. Excellent renumeration package under Agenda for change including NHS pension and annual leave provision.

Main duties of the job

To be clinical leader of the nursing team, providing care for people with severe mental illness and mental health problems

To provide clinical services that work within the policies, protocols and clinical procedures of Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Trust.

To work as part of a team providing a user-focused, accessible and responsive acute nursing service that is safe, supportive and competent for people who experience acute mental health problems.

To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care for those who are experiencing acute mental health needs, within agreed limitations.

Patterns of working will be by arrangement and may include evenings, weekends, bank holidays and on-call responsibilities.

Provide management supervision to members of the team.

To undertake managerial duties in the absence of the Ward Manager/Clinical Lead.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for complete details regarding this post.

When completing your application, please demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

We can also offer you many staff benefits to help support you which include:

• Early access to Psychological Therapies and Physiotherapy
• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Car leasing scheme
• NHS pension scheme
• Free eye tests
• Money saving options through our salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts on major high street retailers and restaurants