Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber Foundation Trust
Learning Disability Liaison Nurse
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Role Overview
The post holder will provide specialist learning disability liaison nursing support to adults with learning disabilities and/or autism accessing services at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Bassetlaw Hospital, Mexborough Montagu Hospital) to ensure facilitation of open and easy access to the various departments in the acute services.
Responsibilities
- Manage a defined caseload of adults with learning disabilities and/or autism requiring specialist liaison input within acute hospital setting.
- Identify patients requiring reasonable adjustments and support DBTH to ensure relevant personalised care plans.
- Support admission planning, inpatient care and discharge processes.
- Act as an advocate for people with learning disabilities accessing healthcare services.
- Provide specialist advice and support regarding:
- Communication needs
- Behaviour support
- Mental Capacity Act
- Best Interests decision-making
- Consent to treatment
- Hospital passports
- Health inequalities
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and case reviews.
- Facilitate effective communication between acute staff, carers, community teams and other agencies.
- Contribute to safeguarding processes in accordance with Trust policies.
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About the Employer
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
Our Commitment
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.
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View our Strategy using the link below: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/
We Are Committed To Inclusive Cultures And Really Value People In Our Organisation, View Our Allyship Video On YouTube To Find Out More: https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here: https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Rebecca Knapton
- Job title: Acute Liaison Nurse
- Email address: rebecca.knapton@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 03000 212878
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