Job overview
We are seeking two experienced Registered Mental Health Nurses to join an established Occupational Health team. The main base is a short walk from Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. This is an exciting opportunity as the Occupational Health Service is expanding to provide OH services across University Hospitals Sussex.
The post-holders will focus on mental wellbeing and ill health, and the impact this has on ability to work. The post-holders will work autonomously and as part of the OH team.
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Essential requirements
1. RMN with evidence of working in an autonomous role.
2. Ability to work flexibly in line with the demands of the service
3. Good organisational, planning and time management skills
4. Ability to make decisions, prioritise and work autonomously within clinical supervision parameters
5. Proficient computer skills and ability to produce high quality OH reports
Desirable
6. Experience of working within an NHS OH Service
7. Experience of working with neurodivergent clients.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Main duties of the job
8. Provide expert mental health advice and education to staff, managers and HR.
9. Carry out initial psychological support and counselling needs assessments
10. To assess fitness to work and provide recommendations including adjustments and advice, taking into account disability under the Equality Act 2010.
11. Produce accurate typed reports following OH assessments.
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
12. To work as a specialist autonomous practitioner, managing own caseload.
13. To assess fitness to work and provide recommendations including adjustments and advice, taking into account disability under the Equality Act 2010.
14. Produce accurate typed reports following OH assessments.
15. Request medical reports where identified additional information is required.
16. Responsible and accountable for specialist advice given.
17. Recognise where further advice is required and take appropriate action as needed.
18. Where identified, liaise with mental health team within ED.
19. Undertake and participate in clinical audits.
20. Develop and deliver mental health training materials
Person specification
experience/qualification
Essential criteria
21. UK registered mental health nurse
22. post qualification experience
23. experience at senior level
Desirable criteria
24. experience of working within an NHS OH service
25. experience of working with neurodivergent clients
Communication skills
Essential criteria
26. Excellent communication skills
Case management experience
Essential criteria
27. experience in assessing health and disability
28. experience in compiling reports and providing recommendations
29. working knowledge of the Equality Act 2010
Computer skills
Essential criteria
30. Proficient computer skills (word,excel, databases, teams)
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
31. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
32. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Ability to produce high quality typed reports
Essential criteria
33. Can demonstrate ability to produce high quality typed reports
Organisational, planning and time management
Essential criteria
34. Can demonstrate good organisational, planning and time management skills
Important information for applicants:
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Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications