Jason Bell
16 Halloways Grove, Whitehaven,Cumbria
Summary
Compassionate and highly experienced RNLD with specialist expertise in learning disability, autism and adult mental health. Skilled in autonomous mental health assessment, crisis intervention, dynamic risk assessment and collaborative safety planning. Calm, analytical and person-centred in high-risk situations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Liaison Nurse
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS
WHITEHAVEN, Cumbria
04.2021 - Current
- Assessed individuals presenting with self-harm, suicidal ideation, psychosis and emotional dysregulation
- Delivered dynamic risk assessments and collaborative safety plans
- Made autonomous clinical decisions regarding treatment pathways
- Completed comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and Mental State Examinations
- Worked closely with ED clinicians, acute teams, CMHTs, GPs, ambulance service, police and social care
- Contributed to the Mental Health Response Vehicle pilot, improving rapid community crisis assessment
- Maintained accurate electronic records using RiO
Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment Nurse
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS
WHITEHAVEN, Cumbria
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Completed comprehensive mental health assessments and MSIs
- Developed collaborative crisis and safety plans to ensure comprehensive support for individuals in distress
- Coordinated care with inpatient and community teams to streamline patient transitions and enhance overall treatment continuity
- Worked autonomously in a fast-paced crisis environment
- Triaged self-referrals through telephone and Microsoft Teams to facilitate timely access to crisis intervention services
Community Mental Health Nurse / Duty Worker
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS
Workington, Cumbria
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Delivered Structured Clinical Management
- Managed duty function for individuals presenting in crisis
- Completed mental health and risk assessments
- Prioritised urgent referrals and coordinated timely intervention
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, GPs and social care
Assessment & Treatment Unit – Staff Nurse → Clinical Lead → Deputy Manager
Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Carlisle , Cumbria
03.2009 - 04.2018
- Led assessment and treatment planning for adults with complex LD, autism and behavioural needs
- Completed functional behavioural assessments and developed PBS plans
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated MDT care
- Promoted person-centred approaches to maximise independence and quality of life
- Led Safewards implementation across the unit
- Established patient involvement steering groups
- Designed and completed audits supporting quality improvement
- Progressed through senior leadership roles
Education
Practice Assessor / Mentorship Qualification - Mentorship development programme
University of Cumbria
Carlisle01-2015
Bachelor’s Degree - Behavioural Analysis & Interventions
Edge Hill University
Ormskirk01-2013
Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD) - Diploma of Higher Education- Learning Disabilities Nursing Studies
University of Cumbria
Carlisle01-2009
Skills
- Mental Health Assessment
- Mental State Examination
- Dynamic Risk Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Safety planning
- Clinical management
- Mental health law
- Trauma-informed care
- Remote triage
- RiO / EMIS
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical Leadership
- Safeguarding practices
References
Available on request
Timeline
Psychiatric Liaison Nurse
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS
04.2021 - Current
Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment Nurse
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS
04.2020 - 04.2021
Community Mental Health Nurse / Duty Worker
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS
04.2018 - 04.2021
Assessment & Treatment Unit – Staff Nurse → Clinical Lead → Deputy Manager
Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
03.2009 - 04.2018
Practice Assessor / Mentorship Qualification - Mentorship development programme
University of Cumbria
Bachelor’s Degree - Behavioural Analysis & Interventions
Edge Hill University
Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD) - Diploma of Higher Education- Learning Disabilities Nursing Studies
University of Cumbria