Job summary
We are seeking a Band 6 Clinical Lead for our female Adult Mental Health Ward (Esk Ward) at Cross Lane Hospital.
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated registered nurse with the NMC, responsible for delivering clinical care focused on positive behavioural support. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive team committed to high standards of evidence-based care. You will play a key leadership role, ensuring clarity of ward aims and prioritizing patient safety. The position involves direct care tasks, rotational day and night shifts, and participation in the Duty Nurse Coordinator rota.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership on the female adult mental health inpatient ward, working with a dedicated team. Essential qualities include a person-centred approach, strategic planning for patient care, and strength-based assessments.
You must possess excellent communication skills, maintain composure and confidence, and be resilient. Responsibilities include medication rounds, MDT meetings, liaising with professionals, ward reviews, and providing leadership in quality assurance through audits and supervision. The role also involves supporting team decision-making, managing complex issues, and assessing ongoing risks. Building therapeutic relationships with patients is essential, as is working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust serving County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby. Our teams work across education, prevention, crisis, and specialist care, partnering with communities to promote mental well-being. We prioritize listening to our patients and their families to ensure supportive, person-centred care. Committed to innovation, we aim to improve mental health services across the region until everyone has access to the care they need.
Details
Date posted: 08 May 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per annum
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 346-NYA-015-25-C
Location: Cross Lane Hospital, Cross Lane, Scarborough, YO12 6DN
Job responsibilities
Applicants need at least 18 months post-qualifying experience with sign-off of preceptorship or a competency framework. Please review the attached job description and person specification to confirm suitability before applying. Prior agreement from your current line manager is required for secondment applications. If funded permanently, the position will be made permanent.
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