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Clinical Nurse Lead
The closing date is 20 May 2025
Join CNTW NHS Foundation Trust as we develop and invest in our services and staff.
We have opportunities for a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Lead within North locality inpatient services, specifically on the Older Adults inpatient pathway at St Georges Park Hospital in Morpeth, on the functional pathway (Hauxley ward).
We seek a caring, empathetic, enthusiastic, and motivated individual passionate about improving patients' lives. You should be confident, eager to contribute to high-quality nursing care and service development.
Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in working in a busy, challenging environment, with high resilience, patience, and excellent communication skills.
As a CNTW employee, you'll receive support for personal and career development, including training through our in-house Academy, Coaching, Apprenticeships, and Leadership Development Programme.
We prioritize staff wellbeing through our Thrive programme, supporting emotional, physical, psychological, financial, career, and social aspects.
Main duties of the job
* Act as a Clinical Nurse Lead within a multidisciplinary team, developing collaborative, needs-based care plans through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
* Deliver person-centered, holistic care.
* Provide clinical leadership and support partnership working as a key member of the ward leadership team.
* Serve as an identified deputy in the absence of the Ward Manager.
* Facilitate and coordinate clinical practice, ensuring high standards of evidence-based care and treatment, including conducting clinical audits and implementing findings.
* Be visible and accessible to patients, families, and carers, working to ensure efficient, effective, and compassionate services.
* Lead on implementing performance indicators, standards, and quality outcomes.
* Develop and deliver training to enhance staff and student skills.
* Facilitate staff appraisals, clinical supervision, and support personal development plans.
* Provide compassionate, respectful, and dignified care.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented, and compassionate workforce capable of meeting modern NHS demands. We offer a dynamic environment to build your career.
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for full details. We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD), AHP, Social Worker, or Clinical Psychologist with current registration.
* Post-registration training in relevant clinical or psychological interventions.
* Proven clinical experience relevant to the role.
* Training in CPA, Safeguarding, MAPPA, and Child Protection.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation.
* Therapy-based training qualification.
* Degree-level qualification.
* Management qualification.
* Staff training and development experience.
* Non-medical prescribing qualification.
Knowledge and Experience
* 12-24 months Band 5 qualified nurse experience, depending on service needs.
* Understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards, and related initiatives.
* Experience working with older persons.
Skills and Competencies
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Collaborative working ability.
* Time management and ability to meet deadlines.
* Change management skills.
* Prioritization skills.
* PMVA training.
* Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order). A disclosure application will be made to check for previous convictions.
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