Recovery Campus Care Coordinator / Community Nurse

at  Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

Are you a dedicated Nurse, looking to make a difference to the lives of Adults with severe mental illness?
We’re looking for a compassionate individual to join our recovery team which is part of the Oxford City Adult Mental Health Team.
The recovery team work with adults with severe and enduring mental illness who are currently in supported accommodation on the Littlemore hospital site.
You will need to be able to work autonomously, with a caseload of patients with whom you will engage and offer the recommended treatment and support. You will have experience of care processes and able to assess and plan treatment with service users. You will also be able to assess and manage risk, including use of Safeguarding processes.
There are opportunities for team working and facilitating groups such as MBT/CBT based interventions. The wider MDT consists of medics, psychological therapists, social workers, OTs, RMNs and support workers, as well as embedded workers from the third sector to support with employment, housing and social needs. In addition we are currently embedding Peer Support Workers within the teams to promote the power of lived experience and ensure that the gap between patient and clinician is bridged.
This role is open to registered mental health nurses who have extensive experience of working in adult mental health services and understand the challenges that this care group can bring.
You will be expected to deliver and maintain high quality and meaningful care for our patients. You will need to be a highly motivated practitioner who has experience of mental health services and can demonstrate the ability to initiate and manage your work effectively. The team is highly supportive and committed to delivering high quality patient care; where the caseload can be demanding, diverse and frequently complex.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
Excellent opportunities for career progression
Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
Competitive pension scheme
Lease car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health First Aiders
Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
We are a supportive, dynamic and integrated team which although busy has many rewards. We care deeply about our patients and their families and carers. We believe in listening and responding as a team, piloting new models, supporting each other and developing and using new care approaches. We aim to improve patient care as well as provide increase staff satisfaction and sense of achievement.
The City AMHT is a wonderful team to work in and this role offers an opportunity to develop senior clinical and leadership skills. The Management team are committed to the wellbeing and development of the staff working in the team.
You will be supported by an experienced leadership team from across the professions who facilitate forums for Nursing and Occupational Therapists and hold your development as central. We offer regular supervision and you will be encouraged and supported to undertake any training relevant to your professional development.
The recovery Team in part of of the The City and Northeast Oxon Adult Mental Health Team’s who’s main base is at the Warneford Hospital, a stones throw from the centre of Oxford and the dreamy spires. We provide care for the residents of Oxford, the local towns of Kidlington, Bicester and Woodstock, and the surrounding villages. The AMHT is split into three teams; Willow, Oak, and Aspen, which are aligned to local Primary Care Network patches. The Recovery team is attached with Oak but currently based on the Littlemore hospital site rather than the Warneford.
The recovery team operate Monday to Friday 9 am – 5pm. The team consist of a Consultant Psychiatrist, a Team Lead (SW), 2 RMNs, a support worker, and an OT who all work with a 3rd sector supported housing provide Response and their support workers.
We would encourage you to give us a call to discuss the role and we very much welcome visits from interested applicants

Please refer the Job description for details