Mental Health Matron And Etoc Service Lead

Mental Health Matron and ETOC Service Lead The closing date is 23 November We are seeking an exceptional individual for the post of Mental Health Matron to support maternity leave cover for a period of 6 months. The postholder will play a pivotal role in the ongoing development of the clinical vulnerabilities team and service, in addition to supporting the overarching strategy to facilitate a trauma‑informed approach within the organisation. This represents an exciting opportunity for the right person to diversify their experience and skillset, through contributing to the wider agenda and supporting the clinical vulnerability caseload, while acting as subject matter expert for Mental Health across the wider organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a developing service, working closely with the Director of Nursing for Safeguarding and Vulnerable People and Associate Director of Nursing for Mental Health in addition to other senior safeguarding/vulnerability leads. The postholder will collaborate closely with operational teams and support the delivery of a coherent trauma‑informed Mental Health ETOC and vulnerabilities service across all sites within the Trust. This post represents an excellent opportunity for an expert clinical and professional practitioner to work collaboratively and innovatively with colleagues from within the Trust, local authority and other external stakeholders and agencies to coordinate care and support. Main duties of the job To provide in‑house support with mental health care to multi‑disciplinary staff teams across the inpatient wards and across all divisions; to improve the quality of mental health care provided to patients admitted with mental health and physical health needs; to oversee the development of, and act as service lead for an Enhanced Therapeutic Observations and Care team; and, under the direction of the Associate Director of Nursing for Mental Health, support the Trust's wider strategic and operational improvement aims. Provide on‑hand clinical support for frontline staff in supporting patients with mental health, social, emotional and behavioural needs admitted with mental health needs. To assure a pathway of care for patients with emotional, psychiatric, social and behavioural needs that is timely, appropriate and well supported. To work closely with ward matrons to ensure mental health‑related educational needs of multidisciplinary staff teams are met, that any training is evaluated and that responses to needs are flexible and creative. Provide a point of contact for external and internal teams seeking up‑to‑date information on patients who require ongoing mental health care. Line‑manage RMN teams, linking with ward matrons and staff bank agency (provided by Reed) to ensure quality mental health care is delivered. About us The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust‑wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person‑centred, digitally‑enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net‑zero carbon targets of  for our NHS Carbon Footprint for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Job responsibilities Management and assessment of risk related to mental health, challenging behaviour and mental capacity, acting as an advocate for patients, families and staff where required. To support staff with the on‑going risk assessment of patients including the need for enhanced therapeutic observations and care (ETOC) and where it can be stepped down or an alternative provided. To manage an ETOC service targeting Emergency Care and Acute Specialty Medicine at Denmark Hill initially and providing input as required to the development of a wider Trust‑wide service. To provide on the floor senior clinical support with urgent situations ensuring close work with the Trust's Liaison Psychiatry services. To act as a member of the Relational Care Team providing specialist advice and expertise relating to the management of challenging behaviour on inpatient ward areas and in the Emergency Departments. Support with and oversee the development of effective and individualised care plans for patients presenting with significant mental health needs, or who are presenting with challenging behaviour, in coordination with liaison psychiatry, medical and nursing teams. Support patients experiencing delirium, PTSD symptoms, anxiety, depression or psychosis in the context of physical illness. Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with Trust policies. Support the MDT with complex discharge planning where mental health concerns are involved. Liaise with adult and children's social care teams as required to address safeguarding concerns and coordinate care transitions. Collaborate with third‑sector organisations and community mental health teams to facilitate smooth discharge planning where required. Respond to and escalated domestic abuse concerns following Trust safeguarding protocols. To support the Associate Director of Nursing for Mental Health with the Trust's operational and strategic goals, meeting regularly to monitor clinical care, finance/resource and HR issues, ensuring clear communication pathways. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Current NMC Registration Mental Health Nurse Post‑registration qualification in Mental Health Educated to postgraduate diploma/degree level or equivalent experience Management certificate or training Extensive experience in mental health nursing within a hospital setting NMC Registered Adult Nurse Recognised teaching or assessing qualification Project Management Experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order). 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. King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust £64,156 to £71,148 a year per annum inc HCA's #J-18808-Ljbffr