Job summary
The Health Protection Unit (HPU) strives to improve standards of care and create a sense of physical health awareness amongst service users in a holistic manner.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the team for a well-motivated Lead nurse and Occupational Therapist to engage with the SMI and Learning Disabilities cohort of patients and support them in accessing their annual physical health checks and vaccinations. This project, Health Positive, will be over the course of 12 months and will collaborate with stakeholders such as the Integrated Care Board, GPs, and various other community services.
The post holder will be part of a larger team made up of various health care roles such as a Project Manager and Physical Health in Mental Health Practitioners all aiming to improve the standards of physical health care amongst our service users.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will be a professional role model for the delivery of high-quality nursing care.
- Engage with service users and have meaningful conversations about their physical health.
- Ensure that a multi professional / agency approach to care is maintained, valuing the interface of roles and responsibilities and through multi-disciplinary team working
- Take a senior role in the development of the collaborative and patient centred health promotion programme, Health Positive.
- To support in improving the uptake rate for vaccination programmes and physical health monitoring within Derbyshire, screening clients to ensure their inclusion for programmes meets the required criteria
- The post holder will ensure that the physical health needs of individuals within their caseload are screened, monitored and appropriately responded to
- The post holder will promote health education in accordance with the trust making every contact count and based upon individuals' holistic assessments.
- Support client's sensitivity to ensure their inclusion complies with equal opportunities and diversity
- The postholder will be aware of and work within all legislative requirements (Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Human Rights Act, and Disability Discrimination Act.
- Demonstrate knowledge and application of Infection Prevention and Control principles and techniques.
- Provide clinical supervision and line management as designated by the Clinical Lead
About us
Our vision
To make a positive difference in people's lives by improving health and wellbeing.
Our Values
- People first- We focus on our colleagues, in the knowledge that a well-supported, engaged and empowered workforce results in good patient care
- Respect- We respect and value the diversity of our patients, colleagues and partners and support a respectful and inclusive environment
- Honesty- We are open and transparent in all we do
- Do your best- We work closely with our partners to achieve the best possible outcomes for people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- As a registered practitioner you are personally accountable for your professional practice and have a legal/professional responsibility to contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, cost-effective service for DHCFT inpatients and community patients by providing strong clinical leadership.
- The post holder will be responsible for establishing operational and clinical service mechanisms that support the delivery of quality health protection and promotion services including vaccination programmes and health promotion initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, key partners and those within the local community to develop services to support the mental health and physical health needs of the community.
- Demonstrate up to date evidence-based knowledge and understanding of a variety of health protection and health promotion services, disseminating to DCHFT patients where appropriate.
- To engage with service users and have meaningful conversations about their physical health.
- Facilitate compliance with the LESTER tool for people with a severe and enduring mental health problem.
- To have a special interest and experience in physical health, substance misuse and/or smoking cessation.
- Inform and demonstrate quality improvement within the Trust, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- To adhere to and provide guidance and direction to colleagues regarding care planning and recording standards linked to advice given by the team.
- To deputise for the project manager if required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level or equivalent in Nursing/OT or Health related subject
- Continual professional development
Skills
Essential
- Experience of working with vulnerable patient cohorts including severe mental illness, learning disability and/or Autism
- Good computer skills including Outlook, Word, Excel
- Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities
- Ability to supervise others
- UK driving license and access to vehicle
Desirable
- Relevant post registration experience as a Registered Nurse
- Leading community project work
Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed knowledge of legislation relevant to Mental Health and Specialist practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Experience of contributing to vaccination programmes
- Understanding of current targets and recent legislation relating to physical health and wellbeing.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bayheath House
Chesterfield
S40 1JF