Job Description

To work as a member of the integrated Multi-Disciplinary Team reporting back to colleagues, both verbally and in writing, seeking guidance where necessary. Facilitation of multi agency working. Use of electronic patient record (SYSTMONE) as per Trust and CPA Policy.



To provide each patient for whom they are the named nurse with an agreed care plan, containing review dates, in accordance with Community Mental Health Team operational policy and Care Programme Approach standards. Post holder will actively seek to contribute to setting standards of care and other quality initiatives.



To promote and maintain the highest attainable standard of nursing care in a community setting.



To screen referrals for the team as allocated by the Team Leader through the Single Point of Access Protocol and cover duty days.



Perform initial Mental Health Assessments



To maintain close working relationships with referring agencies.



To deputise for the Team Leader when required.



o carry a caseload of patients with both functional and organic issues as identified through the assessment process.



Manage and display a positive attitude towards changes as set out within service requirement literature this post will have a notional split of:



Caseload Management 80%



Management 10%



Education, Research & Development 10%



Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.



We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.



We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.



We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:



https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/



To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:



https://workwithrdash.co.uk/



We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:



https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook



Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role



We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications