Band 6 Senior Mental Health Nurse - Acute Inpatient

Jarrodean Healthcare Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare consultancy is seeking a Band 6 Senior Mental Health Nurse to lead an Acute Inpatient Mental Health Team on the Island of Guernsey. The role involves supporting the Ward Manager and setting professional standards while contributing to discharge planning. The position offers a competitive salary range of £47,750 - £63,900 along with a generous bonus scheme and relocation support. Candidates must be registered nurses with relevant experience.

Benefits

Higher-than-UK salary

Generous bonus scheme

Flat rate 20% income tax

No Council tax or VAT

Relocation payment of £5,000

Three months initial free accommodation

On-site staff accommodation

Qualifications

• Two years current Band 5 Adult Acute Inpatient Mental Health experience.
• Completion of Mentorship qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team as required.
• Deputise for the Ward Manager.
• Contribute to discharge planning to reduce length of stay.

Skills

Registered Mental Health Nurse with full NMC Registration

Experience in Adult Acute Inpatient Mental Health

Mentorship qualification

Job description

Overview

Our client is the major Health facility on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands; we are seeking a committed and experienced Band 6 Senior Mental Health Nurse/ Team Leader to join their Acute Inpatient Mental Health Team.

You will support and deputise for the Ward Manager as required, providing senior leadership to the team and take a lead role in service management and delivery acting as a role model in establishing standards for professional practice within the Unit. The Unit is the only Acute Inpatient facility on the island of Guernsey, for patients experiencing severe symptoms requiring a period of inpatient stay. The Unit aims to provide care in the least restrictive environment, reduce service users\' vulnerability to crisis and maximise their resilience and minimise the length of hospital admission by facilitating early discharge with active involvement in discharge planning.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the team as required, deputising for the Ward Manager and driving service management and professional standards within the Unit. Act as a role model for practice within the Unit and contribute to discharge planning and reducing length of stay.

Salary and Benefits (Guernsey)

The Guernsey Band 6 salary range is £47,750 - £63,900 plus an annual bonus of £1,605 and higher unsocial hours enhancements (36% evening/Saturday and 72% Sunday/BH). Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days with full credit for NHS service for annual leave and sick leave.

Location and Context

The Island of Guernsey is in the Channel Islands with a population of 65,000. It offers a mild climate, beaches, and a historic harbour town in St. Peter Port. This unique integrated health service delivers a diverse range of services including diagnosing and treating patients in the island\'s acute hospital complex, and supporting people within the wider community.

Person requirements

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with full NMC Registration.
• Two years current Band 5 Adult Acute Inpatient Mental Health experience.
• Completion of Mentorship qualification.

Benefits

• A higher-than-UK salary.
• A generous bonus scheme; £1,605 annually and an additional £3,000 at completion of 2 & 4 years service (ongoing annual bonus thereafter).
• A flat rate 20% income tax.
• No Council tax or VAT
• A relocation payment of £5,000*
• Three months initial free accommodation*
• On-site Staff Accommodation or a generous allowance for private rental accommodation*
• A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low.

*Full T&C in relocation directive

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If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.