Nursing Associate: Sponsorship Available
Job Title: Nursing Associate
Agency: South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust
Location: London, United Kingdom
Salary/Rate: 33,094 – 36,195 £ / Year
Job Summary
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We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual for the pivotal role of Nursing Associate at our values-driven Trust. This is a unique opportunity for someone to help shape the future of mental health services while developing a career in a supportive and innovative environment that is committed to inclusion, equity, and being actively anti-racist.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative Short Stay mixed gender Psychiatric Ward operating on a maximum 28-day admission framework. The model integrates evidence-based approaches, including robust gatekeeping processes, intensive multidisciplinary team (MDT) working, the Red to Green discharge facilitation approach, and strong integration with Home Treatment Teams (HTT) for both admission prevention and early supported discharge.
We are keen to welcome both non-clinical staff and clinicians, both with experience and those who are new to mental health. You will need to demonstrate you are forward-thinking with a proactive nature and excellent communication and relational skills. Championing patient-centred care and collaboration with carers and families is critical to success in securing a position within the team.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative Short Stay mixed gender Psychiatric Ward operating on a maximum 28-day admission framework. The model integrates evidence-based approaches, including robust gatekeeping processes, intensive multidisciplinary team (MDT) working, the Red to Green discharge facilitation approach, and strong integration with Home Treatment Teams (HTT) for both admission prevention and early supported discharge
There will be an intensive front-loading of clinical activity in the first 72 hours upon admission, daily consultant-led reviews, seven-day therapy, activity, and peer provision with a step-down to HTT once risk is containable in the community
The Nursing Associate contributes to the health and well-being of patients and service users, and applies across all health and care settings. The Nursing Associate will deliver high-quality, personalized, safe, compassionate care in the best interest of people. The Nursing Associate is equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes, and behaviours across the fields of nursing, providing holistic care and support for people of all ages in a variety of settings
The Nursing Associate works independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing. The Nursing Associate recognises and works within the limits of their competence. The Nursing Associate works to a nationally recognized code of conduct and is registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
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