Nurse Consultant- Approved Clinician
| Posting date: | 29 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £79,504.00 to £91,609.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £79504.00 - £91609.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 May 2026 |
| Location: | Leeds, LS9 7BE |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9173-26-0169 |
Summary
To undertake the role of Approved Clinician for patients on a female acute admission ward Responsible for the care and treatment of mentally disordered people compulsorily detained under the Mental Health Act and those admitted to hospital on an informal basis. Responsible for the assessment of all levels of clinical risk within an evidence-based framework Responsible for undertaking mental health assessments incorporating biological, psychological, cultural and social perspectives Responsible for leading formulation, review and treatment within the context of the multi-disciplinary team Responsible for compiling and completing statutory documentation and providing written AC reports under the Mental Health Act Accountable for own professional practice in the delivery of highly specialist nursing care to clients with severe and enduring mental health conditions or learning disabilities To support the development and implementation of the Trust wide Nursing Strategy influencing the development of nursing education within the organisation and nationally via higher education institutions. Supporting the development, and delivery of training programmes within the Acute Inpatient Service that promotes the profession and evidence-based practice To provide clinical leadership in the continual development and provision of excellence within the Acute Inpatient Service. Leads on specific service development work and is engaged in the service clinical governance structure. Can provide clinical cover for the other Responsible Clinician on the ward in addition to other Responsible Clinician across the acute the service on occasions.