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Riverdale Grange Hospital View all jobs
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Reference: 2383783
Job summary
Role Purpose:
To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the provision of best practice care and treatment for young people and adults who require inpatient treatment for an eating disorder.
The basis of the role will be to develop and maintain a therapeutic environment which supports the patient in making positive changes. As part of a multidisciplinary team the post holder will support and uphold a structured programme of treatment.
The post holder will lead the delivery of a consistent person-centred approach, to care and treatment with patients which spans the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. This will include the monitoring of physical health, promotion of patients rights, supervising and teaching junior staff and students, working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and maintaining a safe and therapeutic working environment.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as a member of the multidisciplinary team within either the CAMHS or Adult Ward. They will be responsible for delivering a high standard of nursing care to patients and their families. The post holder will demonstrate empathic understanding, compassion and positive regard in maintaining the ethos of the ward and values of the hospital.
As a registered mental health nurse, the post holder will use empathic understanding, compassion, strong clinical skills and clear decision-making to lead a cohesive shift team in the promotion of patient independence and recovery and the proactive management of clinical risk.
About us
Introduction to Riverdale Grange Specialist Eating Disorders Hospital
Our Vision
To provide a caring, supportive and inclusive environment where excellence is expected and delivered.
Our Mission
To always look forward, and use our expertise and skills to equip our patients to achieve their best outcomes.
Our Values
Kindness shown to all
Integrity in all we do
Nurturing environment for patients and their families/carers
Dedicated to providing the best care for our patients
Riverdale Grange is committed to the development and well-being of its staff team.
Details
Date posted
05 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£16.45 an hour Plus 12.08% allowance for annual leave
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
U0007-26-0008
Job locations
93 Riverdale Road
Sheffield
S10 3FE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical or Work Practice
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care with patients. Including developing care plans that reflect patients need and relevant documentation.
To be the named nurse for identified patients.
To work comprehensively within a multidisciplinary team.
To actively participate in care reviews with internal and external multi-agencies, including producing reports.
To co-ordinate, encourage and facilitate patients to participate in the structured treatment programme maximising opportunities of recovery.
When required, the post holder will act as nurse in charge of shift and take charge of the ward. This includes delegating duties; prioritising workloads, ensuring safe operations and lead the team in managing the therapeutic day ensuring a consistent approach They will act as a role model, demonstrating professional conduct, tact and courtesy to staff, patients and visitors.
Proactively manage clinical risk.
Ensure that the team work within hospital policies and procedures and uphold the organisational values.
Work at all times to safeguard children and vulnerable adults.
Ensure best practice standards are maintained at all times.
To maintain an ethos which is empathic and compassionate and community facing.
Then post holder will be responsible for administering and monitoring medication, ensuring patient compliance and safely handling medicines, sharps and clinical equipment.
Actively promote independence, implementing the principles of recovery: encouraging patients to engage with healthy lifestyles, facilitating psychosocial activities and other activities. Where appropriate contributing to psychological interventions.
To facilitate the admissions and discharge of patients.
Audit, Outcome Measuring & Service Evaluation
- To participate in audit, outcome measurement and development projects occurring within the hospital.
- Engage within the governance strategy.
- Utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice.
- Support and contribute to the development of action plans from audit and disseminate changes.
- Actively contribute to the development of service.
Policies & Procedures
- Understand and adhere to the hospital policies, procedures and ensure that others also adhere to these.
- Take personal responsibility for maintaining up to date. knowledge and adhering to all hospital policies and procedures.
- Works within the hospitals Equality and Diversity framework.
- Ensure that patient, and visitors understand the hospital policies and procedures as it affects them.
Health and Safety
- Ensure the maintenance of a safe and secure treatment environment which is therapeutic.
- Contribute to the General Workplace Risk Assessment process and adhere to risk management plans.
- Work within Health and Safety legislation, hospital policies and procedures.
General Duties
The post holders adherence to the job description and specific role objectives will be reviewed as a matter of routine within supervision and appraisal. This allows for appropriate stretch and support for each individual working within a generic job description and meets individual needs creating opportunities for growth.
The post holder may be asked to undertake duties not explicitly stated within this job description. This will only ever ask of the post holder that which is within their capabilities, skill and knowledge.
Additional Duties
As required by the hospital team in line with the post holders skills and knowledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical or Work Practice
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care with patients. Including developing care plans that reflect patients need and relevant documentation.
To be the named nurse for identified patients.
To work comprehensively within a multidisciplinary team.
To actively participate in care reviews with internal and external multi-agencies, including producing reports.
To co-ordinate, encourage and facilitate patients to participate in the structured treatment programme maximising opportunities of recovery.
When required, the post holder will act as nurse in charge of shift and take charge of the ward. This includes delegating duties; prioritising workloads, ensuring safe operations and lead the team in managing the therapeutic day ensuring a consistent approach They will act as a role model, demonstrating professional conduct, tact and courtesy to staff, patients and visitors.
Proactively manage clinical risk.
Ensure that the team work within hospital policies and procedures and uphold the organisational values.
Work at all times to safeguard children and vulnerable adults.
Ensure best practice standards are maintained at all times.
To maintain an ethos which is empathic and compassionate and community facing.
Then post holder will be responsible for administering and monitoring medication, ensuring patient compliance and safely handling medicines, sharps and clinical equipment.
Actively promote independence, implementing the principles of recovery: encouraging patients to engage with healthy lifestyles, facilitating psychosocial activities and other activities. Where appropriate contributing to psychological interventions.
To facilitate the admissions and discharge of patients.
Audit, Outcome Measuring & Service Evaluation
- To participate in audit, outcome measurement and development projects occurring within the hospital.
- Engage within the governance strategy.
- Utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice.
- Support and contribute to the development of action plans from audit and disseminate changes.
- Actively contribute to the development of service.
Policies & Procedures
- Understand and adhere to the hospital policies, procedures and ensure that others also adhere to these.
- Take personal responsibility for maintaining up to date. knowledge and adhering to all hospital policies and procedures.
- Works within the hospitals Equality and Diversity framework.
- Ensure that patient, and visitors understand the hospital policies and procedures as it affects them.
Health and Safety
- Ensure the maintenance of a safe and secure treatment environment which is therapeutic.
- Contribute to the General Workplace Risk Assessment process and adhere to risk management plans.
- Work within Health and Safety legislation, hospital policies and procedures.
General Duties
The post holders adherence to the job description and specific role objectives will be reviewed as a matter of routine within supervision and appraisal. This allows for appropriate stretch and support for each individual working within a generic job description and meets individual needs creating opportunities for growth.
The post holder may be asked to undertake duties not explicitly stated within this job description. This will only ever ask of the post holder that which is within their capabilities, skill and knowledge.
Additional Duties
As required by the hospital team in line with the post holders skills and knowledge.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered.
- No ongoing issues with Fitness to Practice.
- Professionally Qualified as a Mental Health Nurse.
Desirable
- Prior experience with Eating Disorders.
- Prior Experience in a Mental Health Unit.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered.
- No ongoing issues with Fitness to Practice.
- Professionally Qualified as a Mental Health Nurse.
Desirable
- Prior experience with Eating Disorders.
- Prior Experience in a Mental Health Unit.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Riverdale Grange Hospital
Address
93 Riverdale Road
Sheffield
S10 3FE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.riverdalegrange.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Riverdale Grange Hospital
Address
93 Riverdale Road
Sheffield
S10 3FE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.riverdalegrange.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)