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As the Mental Health, Learning Disability and Neurodiversity Lead Nurse you will provide leadership, specialist advice and support in the areas of Mental Health, Learning Disability and Neurodiversity. The role focuses on supporting implementation of the Health and Wellbeing strategy, aiming to reduce health inequalities and improve quality of care and support provided to individuals.
Job Responsibility:
Provide expert guidance to operational teams on the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
Support care delivery that is person-centred and tailored to individual needs
Facilitate debriefing and undertake root cause analysis (RCA) investigation as required
Advocate for individuals, ensuring access to appropriate healthcare and robust health support plans
Ability to complete robust assessments and review data and information from a variety of sources to make recommendations and provide advice
Coach and mentor operational colleagues
Conduct audits on mental health-related support, ensuring follow-through on action plans
Review and update policies and procedures in line with best practices and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with locality managers to lead service improvement projects that enhance care quality
The role requires travel between locations and adapt to flexible working hours, including occasional overnight stays
Requirements:
Professional Nursing Qualification (RGN, RNLD, RMN)
Evidence of continuous professional development
4 years post registration clinical experience within Mental Health, Learning Disability and Neurodiversity
Experience working with people with disabilities in community or social care environments
Clear commitment to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work
Nice to have:
Teaching qualification
Professional degree or post graduate certificate in a relevant field