Acute Mental Health Nurse – MDT Care Leader

NHS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse for their acute assessment mental health ward based in Cambridge. The successful candidate will deliver evidence-based nursing care, work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, and build therapeutic relationships with service users. The role includes ensuring compliance with mental health legislation and maintaining patient safety. Applicants must hold NMC registration and demonstrate strong communication skills. This is a permanent, full-time position with a commitment to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Must hold current UK professional registration.
• Experience in in-patient services and MDT.
• Knowledge of mental health presentations and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based nursing care for service users.
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with service users.
• Prioritise nursing care and alert senior staff.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients.

Skills

Registered Nurse Mental Health (RNMH)

Effective verbal and written communication

IT literacy (MS Office)

High level of organisational skills

Ability to assess and implement care

Education

NMC registration

Understanding of Mental Health Act

Job description

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse for their acute assessment mental health ward based in Cambridge. The successful candidate will deliver evidence-based nursing care, work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, and build therapeutic relationships with service users. The role includes ensuring compliance with mental health legislation and maintaining patient safety. Applicants must hold NMC registration and demonstrate strong communication skills. This is a permanent, full-time position with a commitment to high-quality care.