Responsibilities
* To work independently and accountably as part of a team of clinicians offering 24 hr mental health access and information in the locality of the Trust. The service will be 7 days a week, 24 hours a day for 365 days a year working shifts in an in-patient low secure forensic setting.
* To act as a role model to other Nurses and HCAs, supervising them to ensure high quality care is provided.
* Work collaboratively with key partner organisations, service users, clinicians and other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary team.
* To deliver a high quality and effective operational service to patients with complex needs, in accordance with the principles and objective of the Trust and its vision as identified in the service.
* To work collaboratively with others within the new organization to provide an exemplary level of care to service users and their Carers.
* To complete the required clinical audits, ensure compliance with Trust and local Policies and Procedures.
* To be responsible along with other nursing staff for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of all care aspects of individual patient’s care.
* Attending to the physical and psychological needs of the patients under the care of the nursing team.
* Act as key worker and co-worker for a designated group of clients.
* Delivery effective individualised care by supervising staff in the assessment of patient’s condition. Ensure that accurate and objective information is recorded and signed by the appropriate member of staff.
* Establish therapeutic relationships with individual clients, relatives and carers. Write and contribute towards the formulation of care plans.
* Ensure effective and confidential communication, at all times maintaining strict confidentiality with regard to any information concerning patients and colleagues.
* Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of carers of patients with mental health problems.
* To fully comply with the requirements of the NMC and upkeep of registration.
* Be aware of the Mental Health Act 1983 and be aware of clients detained under section of the Mental Health Act 1983 in the clinical area.
* Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
* Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
* Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
* If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
* We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
* 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service.
* Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
* Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
* £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us.
* Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Flexible Working
* Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
* Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Additional duties
* Complete mandatory training in line with Trust policy and procedures.
* To participate in the staff appraisal process and to undertake for any staff you manage.
* To keep yourself updated on all matters relating to Trust policy.
* To provide management supervision where appropriate.
This advert closes on Tuesday 4 Nov 2025
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