Are you an experienced Nurse who would relish the opportunity to be part of a specialist service where you can develop your knowledge and skills in the field of eating disorders?
A nurse position has arisen at our thriving specialist adult eating disorder inpatient service in Marlborough, Wiltshire. Our team is committed to delivering safe and innovative care. We have a reputation for excellence, providing a stepped model of treatment tailored to individual patient needs within the recovery framework.
We are a multidisciplinary team with a dispersed leadership model ensuring that nursing is at the core of patient care. We offer a comprehensive supervision and preceptorship programme for trained nurses. There are opportunities to learn CBTe and DBT-based skills, ensuring that nursing professional development remains at the forefront of evidence-based practice.
You will have the opportunity to undertake training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-ED) as well as co-facilitating groups that interest you, such as DBT or creative arts. Regular support groups and teaching sessions on a wide range of topics will enhance your knowledge and experience.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and support our staff accordingly.
Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties include:
1. Nurse in charge role on shift, ensuring the safe and effective running of the inpatient unit
2. Primary and secondary nurse roles on care teams, offering key worker responsibilities and carer liaison
3. Facilitating the therapeutic group programme
4. Administering medication
5. Supporting patients during snack and meal times
6. Supporting and delivering Naso Gastric (NG) tube feeding (training provided)
7. Phlebotomy (training provided)
8. Supervising support workers and students
9. Working various shifts including early, late, long day, and night shifts in a 24/7 service
10. Liaising with community professionals and other inpatient services, including hospitals
About Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
We provide physical, mental health, and social care across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered in community settings, hospitals, clinics, and homes, aiming to provide care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that everyone receives: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team". Our values are: "Caring, safe, and excellent".
Benefits include:
* Opportunities for career progression
* Access to tailored learning and development
* 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS discounts
* Competitive pension scheme
* Lease car and cycle to work schemes
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
* Staff support and networking groups
Contact for further details or informal visits:
Name: Jenny Winter
Job title: Office Manager
Email: jenny.winter@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
Telephone: 01865 904241
At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, we value motivation and shared values. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet all requirements, please contact us to discuss further.
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