Children's Learning Disability Nurse

Lichfield, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Are you an experienced registered Learning Disability /Mental Health Nurse who is committed to providing outstanding patient care? Are you passionate about working with children and young people with moderate to severe learning disabilities



The Children's Community Learning Disability team are expanding and have an exciting opportunity for a creative and innovative Specialist Nurse who has experience of working with children who have a learning disability and their families. In the role you will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced group of Learning Disability Nurses, Psychologists, Occupational Therapist, SALT and Psychiatrist.



You will be a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing assessment and intervention to Children and Young People with moderate to severe learning disabilities within the Children and Families Care Group, and may be required to work in a variety of settings including community settings, for example clinics, schools and family's homes.



You will work directly with children and young people with learning disabilities and their families, carrying out assessments (including risk management) and effective treatment and/or interventions, with the aim of helping children and young people participate in normal family and community activities and to facilitate positive outcomes of care in relation to young people's needs.



Take responsibility for the management of a complex caseload, which includes, specialist assessment (within service specification), care planning in conjunction with service user and carer, evaluation of individual treatment plans for CYP with learning disabilities.



Responsible for participating in the setting of quality standards, including the auditing, monitoring and reviewing of practice in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy.



Assess patient's individual care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.



Be responsible for the assessment of mental health and/or medical risk factors relating to children and young people, including co-morbidity (e.g. suicidality, self-harming behaviours and medical risk associated with mental health issues)



To undertake physical health monitoring as appropriate i.e height, weight, blood pressure etc and be responsible for identifying appropriate action to be taken



Deliver a range of interventions in accordance with the agreed plan of care and Pathway guidance.



Complete and contribute robust and dynamic risk assessments and risk management plans. Deliver and promote positive risk taking, where appropriate, to improve and offer optimal quality of life and health outcomes



Maintain an effective reporting system by observing and reporting verbally and in writing on patient conditions.



Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.



We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.



We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.



We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.



Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications



Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.



In MPFT Children and Families Mental Health Function, we work with young people who have a wide range of needs using an inclusive, person-centered approach. Our model places our young people's needs at the heart of what we offer to ensure that they are getting the best care possible. The Children's Learning Disability Team offers: support and intervention for young people with emotional and physical healthcare needs who maybe at risk of placement breakdown or hospital admission.



You will have strong professional links through our Senior Clinical Nursing roles and through a supportive professional leadership structure sat within a 'children and families care group'. Our Team regularly provides placements to Trainee Nurses



For further information relating to this vacancy please see the attached job description and job specification

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3325001
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Lichfield, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned