Clinical Charge Nurse National Psychosis Unit

Clinical Charge Nurse National Psychosis Unit Overview

The National Psychosis Unit is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Clinical Charge Nurse to join our senior nursing team and multidisciplinary team (MDT). This role is ideal for a nurse who is dedicated to providing high standards of nursing care to patients facing complex mental health challenges, as well as physical health and psychosocial difficulties.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment, admission, care planning, treatment, and ongoing management of service users.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care that meets the diverse needs of patients.
• Coordinate care with the MDT, incorporating feedback from patients and their families.
• Manage patient flow and discharge processes, collaborating with health and social care professionals.
• Produce monthly progress reports for Integrated Care Boards.
• Conduct clinical observations and physical health assessments, escalating concerns as needed.
• Administer and monitor medication, ensuring compliance and managing side effects.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and provide health education to patients.
• Maintain accurate and compliant records, care plans, and risk assessments.
• Ensure adherence to safeguarding protocols and professional standards.
• Support a safe and clean environment, managing medicines and patient property responsibly.
• Participate in clinical supervision and support the development of junior staff.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential: Registered General Nurse, Registered Mental Nurse, or Registered Learning Disability Nurse.
• Essential: Practice Assessor qualification.
• Essential: Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Essential: Experience as a supervisor and in supporting junior colleagues.
• Essential: Knowledge of clinical governance and experience in audits.
• Desirable: Master’s degree.
• Desirable: Experience in tertiary services and knowledge of referral pathways.
• Desirable: Experience with treatment-resistant psychosis and complex physical health issues.
• Desirable: Experience with neurodiverse patients.
• Essential: Ability to manage risks in inpatient settings and build effective relationships with colleagues.
• Essential: Capability to provide responsive quality care.

Benefits

• Salary between £45,953 and £54,254 per annum, including HCAS.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Support for ongoing professional development and postgraduate education.
• Opportunities for career progression in a supportive learning environment.

This position is based at the Bethlem Royal Hospital, part of the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage applications from individuals who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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