Liaison Psychiatry service

Overview

We undertake comprehensive assessments and work to agree therapeutic plans of care and risk management strategies. We also offer short-term follow-ups using brief interventions. Part of the role will include rotations within A&E to triage and assess patients, presenting with a wide range of conditions and acting as a first point of contact. This will enable patients to be seen in a more timely manner and help with the overall patient experience.

To determine management plans, and where appropriate deliver short-term psychological treatments, for people who are referred following self-harm or as psychiatric emergencies, based upon a comprehensive psychosocial, risk and needs assessment of that individual. To determine whether people who present with suicidal behaviours or thinking are safe to be allowed to leave the general hospital. To manage as appropriate to reduce risk.

Provision of psychological treatment/support to people who have physical illness or difficulties and associated mental distress or disorder in order to improve the functioning or quality of life of that person.

We have a strong focus on working together as a team and on patient and carer satisfaction. The strength of our clinical work is demonstrated by our having achieved Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Network (PLAN) accreditation.

• Deliver a thorough induction and supervision process; a robust induction package is provided, with time spent as a supernumerary staff member before autonomous work, and an excellent system of supervision to support decision making.
• Assist with liaison psychiatry activities and perform duties as established in the role, including working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, person-centred care.
• Perform effective team working, written and spoken communication, and risk and mental health assessments; work under pressure to deliver high-quality care.
• Identify and manage risk, including decisions related to the safety of patients in hospital settings.
• Provide psychological treatment/support to individuals with physical illness or distress related to mental health concerns to improve functioning or quality of life.

• Essential criteria include a professional qualification and registration (nurse).
• Appropriate mental health experience and a commitment to reflective practice and ongoing learning and development.

TeamNotts

HC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health. We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network.

These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity. The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority, supported by in-house occupational health and staff counselling services and a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team. The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with an Energy and Environmental team working to ensure environmental compliance, enhance performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.

We welcome applicants seeking full-time and part-time hours. Our service operates 24/7 and night shifts form part of the working pattern.

For further details/informal visits contact Femi Ogundipe, Team Manager, via email at [email protected]

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The DBS application cost is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), and this cost will be deducted from salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service; an annual fee of £16 per year applies.