Overview
We are looking for aPhysical Health Nurse (RGN)with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
You will be working15 hours a week (Monday to Friday, between 9am and 5pm)atCygnet Hospital Harrow,our Acute Inpatient Mental Health and Autism service.
Cygnet Hospital Harrow provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.
Our acute in-patient psychiatric services offer assessment, diagnosis and treatment for individuals with a wide range of psychological and emotional problems, including those who are detained under the Mental Health Act.
Cygnet Hospital Harrow has a Good overall CQC rating and fantastic travel links to Central London. We also host a yearly Staff Award ceremony, which is a black tie event held at Harrow School.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.
Your day-to-day
* Closely monitor patient health issues such as obesity, hypertension,diabetes, epilepsy, asthma, COPD, minor injuries and illnesses.
* Carry out ECGs.
* Carry out Metabolic Syndrome monitoring.
* Co-ordinate with GP surgery for routine reviews: cervical smear screening, breast cancer screening, annual chronic health review, etc.,
* Liaise with relevant health professionals e.g. dietician, optician, chiropodist, continence nurse, dentist, Tissue viability nurse, Continence team, Community diabetes specialist team, etc.,
* Liaise with pharmacist and contribute to medicines management committee.
* Support mental health nursing staff in managing minor injuries and wound care management.
* Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
* Consult and coordinate with Multidisciplinary team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
* Promote physical health and well being to the service users
* Train staff to perform observation of vitals, perform read ECG, venepuncture
* Provide health clinic sessions for the service users
Benefits
* NHS & employee discount scheme
* Free parking and free meals on shift
* Bespoke career pathways
* Plus much more
You
An experienced RGN with a current Pin Number, you'll have
Essential
* Practise Nurse or RGN with experience of working in a GP surgery
* The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role
* A good understanding of the latest nursing practices
* A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk
* Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence
Desirable
* The ability to deputise in a clinical lead role
* An interest in leadership, research & assessment
Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
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