Registered Nurse Learning Disability (RNLD)

Job title: Registered Nurse Learning Disability (RNLD) - Mental Health

Location: Sturdee Community Hospital, 58-62 Runcorn Road, Leicester, LE2 9FS

Rate Of Pay: £18 - £22 Per Hour (£37,440 - £45,760 per annum)

Shift Patterns: Full time, 40 hours per week, Days / Nights

Information about the Role:

As a RNLD you will have responsibilities that align with the broader field of mental health nursing at the hospital, but with a focus on individuals with learning disabilities.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with learning disabilities in the context of mental health, this may include environmental and personalised sensory assessments
• Develop individualised care plans based on the assessment, considering the unique needs and abilities of each person.
• Provide high-quality nursing care to individuals with learning disabilities experiencing mental health challenges. Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and ensure that individuals receive appropriate medical attention.
• Implement behavioural support plans to manage challenging behaviours associated with learning disabilities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create and maintain effective strategies for behaviour management.
• Act as an advocate for individuals with learning disabilities. Communicate effectively with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the unique needs and preferences of individuals are understood and addressed.
• Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to create a holistic approach to mental health care for individuals with learning disabilities.
• Provide training and education to individuals, their families, and support staff on topics related to mental health and learning disabilities.
• Stay informed about the latest developments learning disabilities. Attend relevant training programs and workshops to enhance knowledge and skills
• Ensure compliance with relevant healthcare regulations, standards, and policies in the provision of care to individuals with learning disabilities in a mental health environment.

Necessary Experience or Qualifications to work as a RNLD:

• Hold a valid NMC Pin
• Ability to work on shift/rota pattern.
• Have the right to the work in the UK
• Experience of working with patients with ASD
• Experience of working in a Mental Health setting
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and sections
• Minimum 2 years experience in a mental health setting.

Information about the Service:

Sturdee Community Hospital offers a flexible environment designed to support each patient’s progress along their rehab pathway. Sturdee Hospital is a 31 bedded hospital in Leicester, providing a holistic service for women between 18-65 with complex mental health needs that include: personality disorder; serious and enduring mental illness; co-morbidity; and a history of complex trauma.

Oakleaf Recruitment are the In-House Recruitment Team for a growing group of Services and Hospitals across the UK