Pharmacy technician

Job overview

During this time of exciting transformation, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for you to join our fantastic team at the recently refurbished Kingswood Centre .

We are looking for an enthusiastic RMN or RNLD to provide evidenced based care to our service users with a learning disability who also have mental health problems and / or challenging needs.

You will be joining an AIMS accredited ( Accreditation for Inpatient Mental Health Services ) team that is committed to working at the highest standards of clinical practice and who seek to continually improve on this through engaging in regular Quality Improvement projects.

The successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination as this remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients and service users when working on our healthcare settings.

Main duties of the job

Working as a member of our LD-dedicated multidisciplinary team you will contribute to the care planning and risk management of our service users who may be detained under the Mental Health Act and work intensively with them and their carers, relatives and day service providers.

You would be joining us at an incredibly exciting time as our Learning Disability Services goes through a transformation process aimed at further developing our services and work force.

The LD service has recently appointed an LD Nurse Consultant within the teams and together with our extensive training opportunities for our Nursing staff we believe this demonstrates are ongoing commitment to developing our LD staff.

What we are looking for?

Both newly qualified and experienced RMN / RNLDs who have experience working with people who have learning disabilities, mental illnesses and challenging behaviour.

Commitment to involving people with learning disabilities and carers in care planning and able to communicate effectively with our clients.

Friendly, approachable, compassionate people with good communication skills who are keen to take part in our monthly LD forums Enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary teamCommitted to outstanding patient care

Working for our organisation

Both newly qualified and experienced RMN / RNLDs who have experience working with people who have learning disabilities, mental illnesses and challenging behaviour.

Commitment to involving people with learning disabilities and carers in care planning and able to communicate effectively with our clients.

Friendly, approachable, compassionate people with good communication skills who are keen to take part in our monthly LD forums Enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary teamCommitted to outstanding patient care

Working for your organisation

What will you get?

• Regular individual supervision and reflective practice groups
• Training package to ensure continuous professional development (inc sponsorship for post-graduate studies up to masters)
• Working within a dynamic team with visibility of the Senior Management Team (Matron, Service Manager and Borough Director)
• A range of staff benefits including kids pass , range of salary sacrifices schemes (inc for electronic goods and 30% savings on a car), interest free loans and many more
• Opportunities for flexible working (including part-time hours and long days)
• Streamlined recruitment process

The service also takes part in CNWL’s highly successful Rotation and Development (RAD) Programme , allowing Nurses to rotate in 3 different LD services across both inpatient and community services over an 18-month period.

We really are committed to staff development!

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To work collaboratively with Managers and Colleagues on the unit to provide the highest standard of nursing and care to the young people.
• To plan, assess, implement and evaluate individualised care plan and risk assessment in line with the young people care and treatment plan and PBS framework.
• To ensure care provided to the young people are in line with Care Quality Commission (CQC)
• Ensure effective communication, including robust handovers, MDT communication and liaison with families and other professionals.
• To communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to young people, care staffs and other members of the multidisciplinary team, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events.
• Devise support care and treatment plans ensuring individuals capacity and health needs are considered, documented and incorporated.
• To develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledge necessary to provide holistic evidence based nursing care.
• TO be competent in the administration and management of medication of medicine in line with CNWL policies and procedures.
• To work and uphold CNWL trust values and demonstrate a professional approach to work and act in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality surrounding the service at all times.
• To participate in staff appraisal, staff development and in service training in line with the trust Mandatory and statutory training.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Last updated : 2024-04-28