Job Description

Are you a registered Mental Health Nurse or final year student seeking a challenging yet rewarding opportunity?



Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust have openings for a Staff Nurse. You would be joining the Vaughan Thomas Ward, to join part of the Adult Inpatient Service.



As a Staff Nurse you will work as part of our Multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality care to our patients and support our Trust on its Journey to Outstanding Care.



This would be a varied and progressive role - we have a culture of continuous professional development and as a Staff Nurse we expect you to embrace change and engage in Quality Initiatives on the Ward to improve the service we provide. You will work within a needs-led model of care and will work in co-production with patients.



This position is open to applicants who are either registered mental health nurse's or final year student nurses.



Vaughan Thomas Ward is an 18-bedded mental health male acute ward with a Health Based Place of Safety. We provide care and treatment for up to 18 patients, experiencing a variety of mental health problems, along with physical and social needs.



You will have an opportunity to work with supportive teams and committed colleagues in a role that requires:



Responsibility for the co-ordination and management of the ward for a span of duty



Assisting in every aspect of the management of an acute inpatient unit



Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care to patients and carers



Providing high quality of holistic nursing care to patients and carers



Contribution to the development of acute inpatient service



It is mandatory for you to complete Positive Engagement and Caring Environment (PEACE) training which involves learning safe and least restrictive restraint techniques, along with Immediate Life Support, and other training directly related to the job.



You will work a rotating shift pattern Early, Late and Nights to cover our 24 hour 7 day a week service.



We are open to accepting applications from qualified nurses or final year student nurses .



Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles.



Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.



As a Trust we provide 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

Individual and Trust wide learning and development

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

NHS Discount

Pension scheme

Lease car scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)

Staff networking and support groups



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.