Physical Health and Well-Being Nurse - Community Rehab

Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Physical Health & Wellbeing Nurse to join our Community Mental Health Rehabilitation Team, based at St Austell Hospital.

The team provides county-wide support for people recovering from complex and enduring mental health difficulties, helping individuals transition from inpatient rehabilitation services to independent living within the community. Working alongside Fettle House and a range of partner agencies, including carers, families, housing providers, education services, pharmacy teams and specialist mental health services, we deliver person-centred rehabilitation and recovery-focused care.

The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting and monitoring the physical health of people on the caseload. Responsibilities include undertaking annual physical health checks, liaising with GPs regarding ongoing health monitoring and follow-up care, and supporting individuals to improve their overall health and wellbeing.

You will contribute to the development of personalised care plans, support and supervise junior staff, and participate in the ongoing review and improvement of the rehabilitation service. Regular supervision and professional support are provided.

This is a part-time position working 09:00-17:00, with days negotiable.

Main duties of the job
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and passionate nurse to join our Community Mental Health Rehabilitation Team, using their holistic nursing skills to improve the physical health and wellbeing of adults accessing mental health services.

Working closely with patients, families and multidisciplinary colleagues, you will promote high standards of physical healthcare across community services. You will undertake holistic assessments, identify and manage physical health needs, develop and review care plans, and ensure care is safe, effective and evidence based.

You will support Mental Health Nurses and Healthcare Assistants to confidently deliver physical healthcare, providing guidance, supervision and training where needed.

The role also provides opportunities to contribute to audits, CQUINs, health and safety initiatives, service development and quality improvement projects. You will be encouraged to identify and implement improvements that positively impact patient care, outcomes and experience.

As this is a community-based role, regular travel across the county is required, including to locations that may not be accessible by public transport. Candidates will need to demonstrate how they can meet these travel requirements.

About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification
Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Essential

• Professional qualification - Registered General Nurse (adult) or Dual Registered RGN/RMN or RMN with additional skills in general nursing
• Post graduate training or equivalent relevant experience
• Mentorship module or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Non-medical prescriber

Knowledge and abilities
Essential

• Ability to provide physical health care in mental health community bases and in the patients own home environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.