Neurodevelopmental Nurse

Neurodevelopmental Nurse

About Skylight Psychiatry:

Skylight Psychiatry is a forward thinking, dynamic mental health service. We are a CQC registered service delivering person-centred assessment, care and support, with our ultimate aim being to improve the lives of people with neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD, Autism and Learning disabilities.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate nurse to join our friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate will have clinics based in Manchester, administering autism and ADHD assessments both in person and virtually.

The role will involve working from home to complete documentation and support other aspects of the service.

Candidates must possess a minimum of two years’ experience in the diagnosis and management of Neurodevelopmental conditions. The individual must have a strong understanding of safeguarding, and risk assessment and management. Proficiency in computer skills is imperative, and training will be provided on our patient record system.

The successful candidate will share our visions and values and have an understanding or passion for working with neurodivergent individuals.

Responsibilities

• Undertake in person and virtual Autism and/or ADHD assessments

• Preparation of reports within the required timeframes

• Attend and contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings

• Attend monthly management supervision with a member of the senior management team

• Support service improvement activities under the direction of the Clinical Team Leader and/or Clinical Director

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in patient record systems, clinical reports and other associated documentation

• Present and share relevant information with colleagues

• Support and contribute to the training and support of other staff

• Undertake clinical duty under the direction of the Clinical Team Lead

• Any other duties as deemed to be within the scope of the role Individual

Essential Requirements:

• Must be NMC registered

• ADOS certification

• 2 years’ experience in diagnosis of neurodevelopmental conditions

• Proficient computer skills

• Excellent organisational skills

• Problem solving skills and ability to work on own initiative

• Attention to detail

• Flexible and ability to adapt to the needs of the service

• Skilled communicator

• Good understanding of data confidentiality

• Good understanding of risk assessment, management and dealing with safeguarding concerns

Benefits

• Support with continued professional development

• 25 days excluding bank and public holidays

• Pension scheme offered

• Birthday off as additional leave

• Work related electronic devices provided

• Flexible working, remote working

• Company events

• Overtime opportunities available

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £45,000.00 per year

Schedule: Flexitime - Monday to Friday

Experience: Nursing: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification: NMC (MUST)

Work Location: In person/Hybrid

Flexible Working options:

• Travel to clinics will be required. The role is mainly remote, with occasional travel to our head office; however, the office is available for those who would prefer to work there more regularly.

• There is an ability to vary start and finish times (e.g. between 8am and 6pm) while maintaining core hours.

• Option to work compressed hours (full weekly hours over four days).

• Adjusted hours for appointments/caring responsibilities with prior arrangement.

Please submit both your CV and a cover letter outlining your reasons for applying for this role. Please note that due to the high volume of applications anticipated, we will be unable to contact all applicants individually unless shortlisted. If you have not been contacted within a month of submitting your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time due to the volume of applications received and encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. Thank you.

At Skylight Psychiatry, we are committed to fostering a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. We recognise that diverse teams encourage creativity and productivity, so we warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We encourage candidates to apply regardless of age, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Together, we create an environment that values and celebrates diversity!

Job Types: Full-time Permanent