BANK Mental Health Nurse

Hmp Kirkham; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent UK prison is seeking a BANK Mental Health Nurse to support their healthcare team. In this role, you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and manage a diverse patient case load. The ideal candidate must be a qualified Mental Health Nurse with NMC registration, willing to work in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay at £23.83 per hour with opportunities for professional development and support in a team-focused organization.

Benefits

Onsite parking

Staff gym access

Training and development opportunities

Employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NMC certification.
• Evidence of continued professional development is essential.
• Experience in a mental health setting and with psychosocial interventions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive assessments and develop treatment options.
• Manage a case load of patients and deliver non-judgemental care.
• Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and collaborate with prescribers.

Skills

Qualified Mental Health Nurse – NMC registration

Experience working with complex mental health conditions

Knowledge of psychosocial interventions

Group work experience

Legal right to work in the UK

Job description

Job Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a BANK Mental Health Nurse to join our Mental Health team at HMP Kirkham, a category D Prison located in Kirkham, Preston. We are looking for someone to support and coordinate a small team by managing planning, overseeing coordination and supporting junior team members. The prison’s healthcare department is where you will be based; the primary care team consists of 10 staff and HMP Kirkham has a capacity of 700 male inmates.

Responsibilities

• Work within a multi-disciplinary team carrying out comprehensive assessments, initiating and reviewing care plans, and developing treatment options.
• Undertake medication rounds and assess and treat patients who may have undergone traumatic experiences and may be distressed.
• Assess patients' health needs using an evidence‑based framework and conduct risk assessments using sound clinical knowledge.
• Provide advice, support and information to individuals and manage a case load of patients.
• Deliver non‑judgemental care that makes a real difference.
• Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects, liaising with prescribers as required.
• Inspire excellence by forging strong links with partners and stakeholders.
• Promote best practice, clinical supervision and evidence‑based care.
• Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care and build strong multi‑disciplinary teams, supporting each other to do a great job.

Qualifications

• Qualified Mental Health Nurse – NMC registration.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Experience of working face‑to‑face with patients who have complex mental health conditions.
• Experience of psychosocial interventions, group work and awareness of substance misuse.
• Experience in a hospital, community or prison environment is desirable.
• Legal right to work in the UK; offers of employment subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Benefits

• Onsite parking.
• Staff gym access.
• Onsite farm shop and café.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities.
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance.
• Support to grow in your role and continue professional development.

Company & Values

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. We are the UK’s leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first. Our purpose is to unlock your best work life. Core values: we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated; we act with integrity; we embrace diversity; we strive to do things better together.

Hours and Rate

Bank hours: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm. Hourly rate: Weekdays £23.83 per hour.

How We Support You

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course.
• Competency framework.
• Regional and national career development opportunities.
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs.
• Support from the wider team.