NHS Team Leader (RMN)

• Conduct assessments of service users with complex care needs, including undiagnosed conditions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate care programs tailored to individual needs.
• Provide guidance and direction to staff in care planning and implementation.
• Initiate risk assessment processes and take necessary action to minimise risks.
• Lead the team during emergency and acute situations, ensuring comprehensive support.
• Utilise data to identify service user issues and guide decision-making processes.
• Promote service user involvement in care planning and delivery.
• Facilitate effective communication with the multidisciplinary team and other involved agencies.

• Promote health and well-being among service users and their families.
• Act as a mentor/supervisor to students and other learners.
• Develop learning programs to meet staff educational needs.
• Maintain personal and professional development, pursuing graduate status.
• Stay updated with additional skills relevant to service user needs.

• Assist in maintaining professional and procedural standards for best practice.
• Monitor quality improvement metrics in collaboration with the ward manager.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts.
• Coordinate team communication and address work-related issues.
• Ensure team awareness of organizational objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Act as a role model for junior staff, promoting high standards of practice.
• Assist in shift planning and delegation of clinical activities.

• Communicate effectively with service users, their families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure clear and sensitive communication across various settings.
• Represent the ward at meetings and events as needed.

• Initiate and undertake clinical audits to maintain practice standards.
• Utilise incident reporting systems to document risks and actions taken.
• Promote evidence-based practice among staff.
• Take a lead in specific aspects of practice development.

• Ensure quality information management using computer systems.
• Participate in annual performance appraisals.
• Adhere to organisational policies regarding health, safety, and respect in the workplace.
• Contribute to creating a respectful and dignified working environment.

• Registered Mental Health Nurse.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development at Diploma Level.
• Portfolio demonstrating competence at Band 6 level.
• Teaching/supervisory experience.
• Experience collaborating with diverse professionals and working independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic and motivated with a proactive approach.
• Flexibility in service delivery, including availability for 24-hour service.
• Good time management skills.
• Caring and empathetic approach to service users.
• Proficiency in IT skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Qualification or learning evidence in relevant psycho-social interventions.

• Teaching/Mentoring qualification.
• Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement or equivalent.
• Diploma in a related field.
• Valid driver's license.

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