Job Description

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a new adventure in an expanding team?



The Oxfordshire Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team (CRHTT) is expanding, and we're seeking four Registered Nurses to join us as Crisis Clinicians on a full time basis .



With significant new investment, we're launching a CRHTT to provide high-quality mental health crisis care across Oxfordshire--this is your opportunity to be part of something innovative.



Help shape and establish our service, delivering intensive, personalised care in service users' homes. You'll work within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, making a real difference to the lives of individuals and their families.



This is your chance to influence the future of mental health care in Oxfordshire. Our teams collaborate with patients, communities and partners to provide compassionate care across prevention, crisis, and specialist services.



In return, we offer professional development opportunities , regular supervision and appraisal, and the chance to contribute to service development . Shifts span 24 hours (including nights), with flexible patterns available .



Applications are welcome from experienced RMNs and Preceptorship RMNs keen to develop skills in crisis assessment, intervention, and home treatment.



The successful candidates will have excellent clinical assessment and risk management skills and be able to work flexibly and dynamically in challenging and changing circumstances.

The responsibilities of the role include:

Assessment and Risk Management

Conduct initial assessments, triage referrals, and manage risk during acute mental health crises, escalating concerns where appropriate. Actively engage with safeguarding processes to prevent harm.



Care Planning and Delivery

Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans using psycho-social interventions, working collaboratively with service users, carers, and families within the CRHT model and CPA framework.



Collaboration and Communication

Maintain effective communication and joint working with internal teams, referrers, and external agencies (e.g., Primary Care, Social Services, Criminal Justice) to ensure cohesive care and support.



Transition and Discharge Planning

Monitor service user progress, report to relevant care teams, and coordinate timely transfer or discharge to appropriate services (e.g., AMHT, CMHT, Primary Care).



Professional Development and Service Improvement

Maintain high standards through supervision, mandatory training, and continuous professional development. Contribute to service improvements aligned with local and national changes.



Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.



Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible



Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:

"Caring, safe and excellent"



At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:



Excellent opportunities for career progression



Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development



27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service



NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers



Competitive pension scheme



Lease car scheme



Cycle to work scheme



Employee Assistance Programme



Mental Health First Aiders



Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)



Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team



We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the "supporting statement" element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.



The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.