Senior Nurse Practitioner

We need a nurse practitioner who is experienced working with people who have learning disabilities - essential characteristic. NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) is the name given to a package of care that is arranged and funded solely by the NHS for individuals who are not in hospital, but who have complex ongoing healthcare needs. Devon Partnership NHS Trust is responsible for the decision making and commissioning processes, working closely with the Local Authority's, on behalf of Devon ICB. Successfulcandidates will have excellent communication and assessment skills; be resilient,able to work autonomously but also work as part of a team. This is a communitybased post and although the role is based in Exeter and East Devon, post holderswill be expected to be able to travel covering the whole of Devon, andoccasionally out of the county. The team values arole which is fast paced and employs the use of holistic nursing where we lookat the needs of the person. The nature of the role is autonomous andchallenging but the benefit of supportive colleagues.

• New Assessments
• Reviews
• 117 reviews
• Case Management
This is a role for someone who is invested in supporting others to improve their health outcomes and quality of life using Best Practice. We are an innovative team who likes to use ideas to continually improve practice and work in partnership with other agencies to achieve this., Please see theattached Job Description for further information. The post holder will be expected to undertake assessments, design care packages and procure services for individuals with a learning disability who have complex health needs. These include the CHC process and Section 117 aftercare. The post holder will be expected to carry a caseload of people with complex physical and mental health needs, care manage, review and monitor their packages of care at least annually unless earlier re-assessment is required. The post holder will be expected to have good knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and be able to undertake both MCA and Best Interest decision making. The post holder will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to the effective provision of services to people with a learning disability with complex needs across the MDT ensuring that other teams in wider LD services are supported when needed. All staff working within the Learning Disability service are responsible for providing and maintaining high quality supportive relationships which at all times acknowledge the individual rights and personal dignity of the service user, encouraging individual opportunity for growth, physically, mentally and emotionally. In the performance of all duties and responsibilities the employee will be expected to show an in depth range of clinical experience and expertise in the field of Learning Disabilities coupled with an awareness of the entitlements of the service user.

Are you bored in your current role? Doyou want to learn new skills and want to work with complex people to improvetheir quality of life with a small supportive team? Do you need a better work / life balance? Do you want to keep up yourprofessional skills? Would you like to gain experience innew areas? Do you value diversity, fairness,excellence and sustainability, and are passionate about working with others toensure high quality care for NHS patients, then Continuing Healthcare is theplace where you can thrive! We currently have avacancy within our service and are looking for a motivated and enthusiasticLearning Disability Nurses to join our team., We not only recruit employees based on their qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess and demonstrate the behaviours which underpin the core values of our organisation. These values include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health & learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Employer., Ability to be mobile across a geographical area to meet the demands of the role,
• Sound understanding of the Continuing Healthcare Framework, including Funded Nursing Care and Section 117 aftercare.
• Knowledge and understanding of Mental Health and Mental Capacity Acts.
• Skilled communicator
• Engaging and liaising with colleagues
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Ability to work flexibly within a complex environment
• Negotiation and motivational skills in hostile and complex situations
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team
• Time management and prioritisation skills
• Ability to work across a large rural area and different services.
• Service development principles and strategies
• Excellent clinical assessment skills
• Skilled at providing clinical, professional and management supervision
• A range of good IT skills
Desirable
• Reflective and responsive to feedback
• Clarity of thought and creative approach to problem solving.
• Budget management.
• Staff management.
• Ability to manage change in a positive manner.
Experience Essential
• Demonstrates experience of effective multidisciplinary and multi-agency work
• Experience of working with people with a Learning Disability with complex physical health, challenging behaviour and or mental health needs
Qualifications Essential RNMH / RNLD / RGN (with experience of working with People who have a Learning Disability) Desirable
• Other post registration qualifications to enhance knowledge to fulfil job role.
  
  Devon PartnershipNHS Trust is growing as we establish ourselves us as one of the leadingproviders of mental health services in the country.
Working as part ofDevon Partnership NHS Trust, you will make a difference to peoples lives., About Devon Partnership Trust We provide mental health & learning disability services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.