Job Description

The post holder will work closely with and deputise for the ward manager in their absence. Be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team, supervise, teach andinstruct junior and Nursing Assistant/Activity Co-ordinators/STR Workers in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.Working independently, the post holder will be responsible for developing and coordinating the individual's assessment and subsequent care plan as agreed with the multi-disciplinary team.The post holder will adhere to Trust policies, data protection and Health and Safety.
Main duties of the job

• To participate as an effective member of the MDT and be responsible for the development and implementation of a patient centred approach to care: assessing, developing, implementing and evaluating the care needs of patients and their carers.
• To interpret the significance of clinical observations, act upon them; and communicate information to other multi-disciplinary team members after making the necessary clinical judgements and in line with clinical protocols.
• To determine nursing priorities and plan patient care accordingly including full risk assessment, inform the Ward manager when changes in circumstances may affect standards of care.
• To meet the physical, psychological, social and cultural needs of the individual and their family, using research based knowledge and skills to maintain the individual's identity.
• To recognise the needs of the family/carers, ensuring their involvement in care where appropriate whilst offering support and education with empathy.
• To ensure that measurable high standards of nursing care are maintained and participate in the setting and review of standards and nursing audits and in supporting staff in delivering and achieving high standards of nursing care

About us
North London NHS Foundation Trust (NLFT) is committed to improving mental health care across North London to deliver excellent services to our local people.Our Five-Year Strategy:
We will provide consistently high-quality care closer to home.
With our partners in North London and each borough we will ensure equity of outcome for all
We will offer great places to work, providing staff with supportive environment to deliver outstanding care.
We will be more effective as an organisation by pioneering research, quality improvement and technology.
In order to meet the needs of the Trust you may be required from time to time to work at different locations to your normal place of work. This may mean that you are required to work at any location that fall under Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey or Islington. The Trust reserves the right to require staff to work at such other places or locations as it considers reasonable and necessary on a temporary or permanent basis.
Details
Date posted
13 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
42,939 to 50,697 a year Per annum including Outer London Allowance
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
455-NLFT-0170
Job locations
Chase Farm Hospital
127 The Ridgeway
Enfield
EN2 8JL
Job description
Job responsibilities

• Please see the attached and Person Specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.

Job description
Job responsibilities

• Please see the attached and Person Specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.

Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse.
• Continuing professional development e.g. ENB 998 / Mentorship in Practice

Desirable

• Experience as a charge Nurse or Deputy Ward Manager in the Mental Health Setting.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Essential

• Evidence of experience of working with people with mental health illness in a variety of health care settings.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and nonverbally
• Knowledge of Mental Health Nursing intervention

Desirable

• Proven experience of leadership and management.
• Ability to assist in the process of standard setting and audit.

KNOWLEDGE
Essential

• Knowledge of Mental Health Nursing interventions.
• Knowledge of clinical risk and Health & Safety Management
• Ability to work as a member of a multi- disciplinary team.

Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse.
• Continuing professional development e.g. ENB 998 / Mentorship in Practice

Desirable

• Experience as a charge Nurse or Deputy Ward Manager in the Mental Health Setting.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Essential

• Evidence of experience of working with people with mental health illness in a variety of health care settings.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and nonverbally
• Knowledge of Mental Health Nursing intervention

Desirable

• Proven experience of leadership and management.
• Ability to assist in the process of standard setting and audit.

KNOWLEDGE
Essential

• Knowledge of Mental Health Nursing interventions.
• Knowledge of clinical risk and Health & Safety Management
• Ability to work as a member of a multi- disciplinary team.

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