Job Description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.



We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience

Please note, NSFT uses tools to screen any applications generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Job overview

Exciting Opportunity: Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist - West Adult Community Mental Health Team

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a

Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist

to join our

West Adult Community Mental Health Team

, based in

West Norfolk

and serving the surrounding areas.



Our team is a

recovery-focused, multi-disciplinary group

committed to delivering a professional, effective, and compassionate service to our service users and their carers.



We are looking for a

qualified and experienced professional

, ideally with a background in community mental health, who is passionate about supporting individuals and their families. You will have a solid understanding of the role of

Care Coordinator/Assessor

, particularly in working with individuals with complex mental health needs.




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Main duties of the job

As part of our dedicated team, you will collaborate closely with a variety of partners to deliver tailored community-based interventions for those referred to our service.



We are seeking a

compassionate, dedicated, and conscientious Clinical Nurse Specialist

who is eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of adults facing mental health challenges and to lead on clinical innovation within the team.



We welcome applications from all talented individuals who meet the relevant qualifications, skills, and experience.



The role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist is to provide specialist clinical interventions to our service users, their families and loved ones. It also involves delivery of leadership activities within the team.



If appointed, you will:


Deliver clinical interventions.

Work as a non-medical prescriber.

Offer support, supervision and informal training to your colleagues.

Contribute to multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings.

Undertake other clinical tasks within the team.

Supporting team members to manage complex cases

Case holding for those with complex mental health needs

Deputise for the Community Team Manager on occasion.




You will have a nursing qualification, be trained as a non-medical prescriber, and will have developed your skills through extensive experience in mental health.


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Working for our organisation

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us?

We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk?

The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.


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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

SPECIFIC DUTIES



TRUST VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS

To promote and adhere to the workplace values of NSFT.

Our values and behaviours were created by 1,300 staff members, service users and carers all

working together in the Putting People First project.

They reflect what we all believe makes the most positive difference to the care we offer and to

the way we work with one another. By 'living our values' we will develop our Trust, our people,

and continue to improve the quality of everything we do.



REGISTERED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL

All staff that are members of a professional body must comply with standards of professional

practice/conduct. It is the post holder's responsibility to ensure that they are familiar with and

adhere to these requirements.



SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Team supervision



RISK MANAGEMENT / HEALTH AND SAFETY

The post holder has a responsibility to themselves and others in relation to managing risk, health

and safety and will be required to work within the policies and procedures as laid down by the

Trust. All staff have a responsibility to access occupational health, other staff support services

and/or any relevant others in times of need and advice.



FLEXIBILITY

You are expected to be flexible in the duties you carry out and the Trust reserves the right to vary

your duties from time to time in line with service needs and as commensurate with your Pay Band.

You may, therefore, be required, during the course of your employment, to work in a different

location and/or to carry out alternative duties consistent with your status, role, knowledge and

experience, taking account of any professional registration and/or qualification requirements, and

which are commensurate with your Pay Band; this may include a temporary or longer term

transfer to work within a different Locality or Service. Arrangements under your Terms and

Conditions of Service and Trust policies will apply.



RECORDS MANAGEMENT

The post holder has responsibility for timely and accurate record keeping where appropriate and

in line with professional guidelines.

The post holder has responsibility for the creation, maintenance and storage of records in

accordance with Trust policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data Protection

Act, The Freedom of Information Act and other relevant statutory requirements. Training will be

provided in appropriate information management for the post.



SUSTAINABILITY

Carbon reduction and sustainable development are issues that impact on the lives of everyone

and it is expected that all staff will commit to the principles of carbon reducing behaviours and

sustainable development to ensure that resources are used efficiently, our carbon footprint is

reduced and health services continue to improve.



SAFEGUARDING

Clinical

The NSFT expects all practitioners to act in accordance with statutory and local policies

regarding recognition, reporting, information sharing, record keeping and joint working in relation

to the Safeguarding of Children and Adults as outlined in Children Act 1989/2004, Working

Together to Safeguard and Promote the Welfare of Vulnerable Children 2010 and No Secrets

2002.



WORKING WITH FAMILIES OF SERVICE USERS

Ensure that (practitioners / clinicians etc.) when working with service users consider the effects

and impact of their mental health and risk behaviours on their families, and provide appropriate

support, advice and education for all family members. The needs of children and young people

within the household/family should be given special consideration in line with Social Care

Institute for Excellence's guidance "Think Child, Think Parent, Think Family" and must always be

the priority for NSFT staff across all roles and services.



CONFIDENTIALITY

The post holder is required to maintain confidentiality of information in accordance with

professional and Trust policy. The post holder may access information only on a need to know

basis in the direct discharge of duties and divulge information only in the proper course of their

duties.

This job description is an outline and account of the main duties required to carry out the post. It

will be reviewed periodically to reflect changes and developments in service requirements. The

post holder is advised that they have a responsibility to ensure they are familiar with their Terms

and Conditions of Service detailed in the Contract of Employment.


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Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential criteria

RMN or equivalent professional qualification Non-Medical Independent Prescriber Degree Level Qualification or equivalent or equivalent level #####

Desirable criteria

Study experience at Masters level, study at that level or clinical experience ####

Experience

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Essential criteria

Extensive experience at which has required supervision and mentorship of others. Extensive experience of practice within clinical area with proven track record in delivering high quality care #####

Desirable criteria

Teaching or training experience or qualification. Experience of facilitation in groups. Experience of implementing evidence based practice and or service improvement initiative. ####

Skills

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Essential criteria

Ability to communicate widely in a clear manner. Ability to problem solve. Confident manner. Application Form / Interview / References Page | 9 Generic 2016 Approachable, tactful and diplomatic. Ability to self-manage time and meet agreed deadlines. ####

Knowledge

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Essential criteria

ble to demonstrate sound clinical expertise and knowledge of mental health disorders and their treatments. ####

OTHER (Please specify)

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Essential criteria

Ability to travel to all Trust locations if required. PMA fit. Flexible attitude

YOUR APPLICATION



We can provide all our job application materials in alternative formats so that these are accessible to everyone. Should you require any documents within this job pack in an alternative format, please do not hesitate to contact us at recruitment@nsft.nhs.uk.



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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.


As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.


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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post may be subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.




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Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.


This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.