NHS
CYP Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Job Description
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- RN Mental Health
- Degree or equivalent experience
- 998 or equivalent qualification
- CAMHS module or extensive experience
- Leadership qualification
- Working towards or functioning at master level
- Learning Disability qualification
- Knowledge of current clinical evidence based practice within the field of CYP Mental Health
- Expert knowledge of the appropriate legislation around Mental Health Act and the legal frameworks within which mental illness can be assessed and treated in CYP
- Proven management and safeguarding experience and knowledge of the Children's Act
- Robust knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of current professional issues relating to nursing and CYP mental health
- Experience of applying research evidence to clinical practice
- Cannulation and phlebotomy
- Extensive nursing experience with CYP at band 6
- Extensive experience of working with CYP with mental health conditions in an acute healthcare setting
- Experience of working with CYP with a learning disability and/or autism
- Management experience
- Evidence of service improvement projects
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation
- Experience working for CAMHS within and acute mental health team or community setting
- Previous band 7 experience
- RN Mental Health
- Degree or equivalent experience
- 998 or equivalent qualification
- CAMHS module or extensive experience
- Leadership qualification
- Working towards or functioning at master level
- Learning Disability qualification
- Knowledge of current clinical evidence based practice within the field of CYP Mental Health
- Expert knowledge of the appropriate legislation around Mental Health Act and the legal frameworks within which mental illness can be assessed and treated in CYP
- Proven management and safeguarding experience and knowledge of the Children's Act
- Robust knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of current professional issues relating to nursing and CYP mental health
- Experience of applying research evidence to clinical practice
- Cannulation and phlebotomy
- Extensive nursing experience with CYP at band 6
- Extensive experience of working with CYP with mental health conditions in an acute healthcare setting
- Experience of working with CYP with a learning disability and/or autism
- Management experience
- Evidence of service improvement projects
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation
- Experience working for CAMHS within and acute mental health team or community setting
- Previous band 7 experience
Job summary
CYP Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist
Band 7
Part Time - 23.5 hours a week
Are you a Mental Health nurse who is passionate about providing excellent care for children and young people?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Registered Mental Health Nurse to support and lead the development of pathways and care for children and young people with mental health difficulties at Darent Valley Hospital. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and innovative nurse to join our CYP Service to work as part of our specialist nursing team supporting areas within the hospital where children and young adults may go.
The successful candidate will work across CYP services providing leadership in terms of clinical, specialist and holistic support/advice to children and young people with a variety of mental health problems. The post holder will provide relevant specialist mental health training, supervision and debriefing, and acting as the interface between CYP ED, PAU and paediatric and adult wards, and specialist mental health services (including the All Age Eating Disorder Service, Locality CAMHS Services and the Crisis team).
This post will play a key role in leading and supporting staff with the management of patients experiencing mental health difficulties and providing expert clinical knowledge in the management of mental health issues for children and young people and their families.
Main duties of the job
This post is crucial in raising awareness and promoting a wider understanding of Mental Health for CYP, requiring an evidence-based approach to education.
We are looking for you to apply if you are a motivated clinical nurse, with knowledge and experience in children and young people's mental health problems in an acute or primary care setting. You will have excellent interpersonal, IT and communication skills with the ability to organise, manage and plan your own workload effectively. You will be dedicated and passionate in your role working with children and young people whilst demonstrating excellent leadership and team working. You will be energetic anddedicated in working as an advocate in support of our children, young people and their families.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Date posted
23 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£48,270 to £54,931 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
252-6862377
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
As per the JD -
1.1 Work alongside the CAMHS crisis and All Age Eating Disorder Service to assess, plan,
implement and evaluate nursing provision.
1.2 Lead the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of specialist care, including
supporting and evaluating the work of paediatric and agency staff
1.3 Provide specialist advice for children, young people and families on the nursing care and
management of mental health.
1.4 Review children and young people in paediatric and adult ED, who require an inpatient bed
and ensure appropriate risk assessments are completed
1.5 Review policies and procedures in relation to CAMHS and the management of children and
young people in the acute setting.
1.6 Act as an advocate for the children and young people and their family, and where necessary
refer to external agencies for identified support
1.7 Actively involve children and young people and their families (where appropriate) in
decisions about the care and support they receive.
1.8 Inform children and young people about participation initiatives, and actively support the
development of such initiatives.
1.9 Conduct a daily review of children and young people admitted to inpatient areas, and
provide support for all clinical areas in relation to mental health for children and young
people.
1.10 Assess and manage clinical events to ensure safe and effective care
1.11 Maintain accurate and complete nursing records.
1.12 Support best practice in relation to safe custody of controlled drugs under the Misuse of
Drugs Act and in accordance with hospital policy and NMC guidelines
Job responsibilities
As per the JD -
1.1 Work alongside the CAMHS crisis and All Age Eating Disorder Service to assess, plan,
implement and evaluate nursing provision.
1.2 Lead the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of specialist care, including
supporting and evaluating the work of paediatric and agency staff
1.3 Provide specialist advice for children, young people and families on the nursing care and
management of mental health.
1.4 Review children and young people in paediatric and adult ED, who require an inpatient bed
and ensure appropriate risk assessments are completed
1.5 Review policies and procedures in relation to CAMHS and the management of children and
young people in the acute setting.
1.6 Act as an advocate for the children and young people and their family, and where necessary
refer to external agencies for identified support
1.7 Actively involve children and young people and their families (where appropriate) in
decisions about the care and support they receive.
1.8 Inform children and young people about participation initiatives, and actively support the
development of such initiatives.
1.9 Conduct a daily review of children and young people admitted to inpatient areas, and
provide support for all clinical areas in relation to mental health for children and young
people.
1.10 Assess and manage clinical events to ensure safe and effective care
1.11 Maintain accurate and complete nursing records.
1.12 Support best practice in relation to safe custody of controlled drugs under the Misuse of
Drugs Act and in accordance with hospital policy and NMC guidelines
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Education and Qualification
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Knowledge and Skills
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Experience
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Education and Qualification
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Additional informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.