Job summaryThis exciting post will be working in the Memory Assessment Service (MAS) providing assessment, potential diagnosis and signposting to other services and support networks for individuals aged 65 and over referred to the service with cognitive impairment.We are looking to recruit a Band 6 Memory Assessment Nurse.The posts will work in the areas with the highest waiting times and will work with colleagues to reduce the waiting times in that area. There will be a requirement to travel between sites throughout Nottinghamshire.Main duties of the jobTo work as part of the multi disciplinary team to screen for appropriate referralsTo complete an assessment of clinical presentation and symptomsTo share information amongst the multi disciplinary team and create appropriate and person centered care plansTo refer for appropriate diagnostic procedures eg scans, neuropsychology, occupational therapy.To make independent diagnostic decisions based on consultation, history, presentation, pathology and/ or imaging results and to seek supervision from service medical support in complex diagnostic situations.To complete accurate recordsAbout usNottinghamshire Healthcare employs over 10,000 colleagues who help #MakeADifference every day. We provide intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire. Care is delivered from over 120 sites within the community from acute settings and across low, medium and high secure environments including prisons.As one of the largest mental health and community trusts in the East Midlands and one of the biggest employers in Nottinghamshire. We are also home to national and regional services such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.We are committed to flexible and agile working, including the opportunity to join our bank.Your health and wellbeing is our priority and as such we invest significantly in this via our in-house Occupational Health Service, Staff Counselling Service and Health and Wellbeing Team.We offer a number of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, our Green Champions Network, Freedom to Speak Up Network. Health and Wellbeing Champions Network and Menopause Champions. We provide care to a diverse range of communities and are passionate about supporting diversity and inclusion in the Trust.If you believe in our values of Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork, then we would love to hear from you!#TeamNottsHCJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThis role is working within Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust within the Mental Health Services for Older People directorate.The successful candidate will work within the MAS service and will review/accept referrals for individuals over the age of 65 with cognitive impairment, completing assessments for the same to ascertain whether or not a Dementia diagnosis is appropriate.To screen referrals for appropriatenessTo undertake initial assessments and create a treatment planTo liaise with the MDT to explore symptoms and causesTo refer for additional assessmentsTo signpost for post diagnostic supportPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialMust hold RNMH qualificationDesirableNon-medical prescribing qualificationTrainingEssentialEducation to masters degree level or equivalent experienceDesirableClinical supervision courseTeaching and assessing trainingExperienceEssentialSubstantial experience of MDT workingCPD relevant to current postCurrent knowledge and understanding of older peoples mental health needs and ability to demonstrate clinical competenceSubstantial and considerable experience in assessing and prescribing for people with dementiaCan evidence knowledge of dementiaDesirableCommunity Mental Health experienceKnowledge of Trust non-medical policy and local procedureRelevant clinical courses facilitiated research and audits that contribute to governance, service development and service planningAptitudes / SkillsEssentialEvidence of leadership skills and development project work.Effective teaching and presentation skillsHighly specialised range of interpersonal and communication skills.Effective time management and organisational skills. Caseload managementBasic IT skillsAbility to organise and prioritise work load.DesirableClinical supervision skills Ability to manage changeContractual RequirementsEssentialoAble to travel across the Trust Geography to execute the requirements of the role. oTrust Values and BehavioursEssentialAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion TeamworkAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameNottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustAddressPortland StreetKirkby in AshfieldNG17 7AGEmployer's websitehttps://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)