Nurse Team Leader (RMN) Cherry Ward

NHS; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Mental Health Nurse to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to develop your clinical and leadership skills while working in a supportive environment designed with patient collaboration. You'll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality care to individuals with acute mental health needs, ensuring that every day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth. Flexible working arrangements are available to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. Join a passionate team committed to making a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Extensive Training Opportunities

Clinical Supervision

Work-Life Balance Support

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health nursing with a focus on leadership.
• Ability to develop and implement care programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursing team on the ward.
• Assess and implement individual care needs.
• Contribute to a 24-hour inpatient service.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Compassionate Care

Psychological Mindedness

Team Management

Care Program Development

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Job description

Job summary

Are you an experienced RMN looking for a role to develop your clinical & leadership skills?

Cherry Ward is a female-only ward for patients with acute mental health needs. We are a busy setting, perfect for nurses who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. The ward was designed in collaboration with patients to create a supportive environment for those who use our service.

Our Nurse Team Leaders role model & lead our team to deliver high standards of care within a high acuity environment. We seek psychologically minded, compassionate nurses eager to develop their leadership, clinical & therapeutic skills, and who share our trust's commitment to working alongside the people we support.

We are passionate about empowering our nursing team with the right skills to thrive. We prioritize clinical supervision and offer extensive training and development opportunities.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements. Our 24/7 shift pattern allows for flexible hours, including options for compressed hours and other flexible working arrangements.

Main duties of the job

1. Contribute to a 24-hour, seven-day inpatient service.
2. Take charge of a ward regularly and undertake duties delegated by the Clinical Ward Manager.
3. Provide clinical leadership, support ward management, including staff deployment, supervision, teaching, and resource management.
4. Assess individual care needs, develop, implement, and evaluate care programmes, and set standards of care.
5. Manage, deploy, and supervise junior staff during night shifts.
6. Lead a key project or subject matter as part of the wider team.
7. Prioritize attendance at training, supervision, and apply reflective practice to support continuous learning.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organization combining multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 12,000 staff across more than 200 sites, we offer a broad range of services including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, serving diverse communities.

We are committed to compassionate, accountable, respectful, and excellent care, with a focus on staff development, well-being, and collaboration. Join us to make a real difference in the communities we serve.

Details

Date posted: 09 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per year, based on full-time hours

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 348-AC-7416

Job location: Parklands Hospital, Aldermaston Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9RH

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.

We are open to discussing flexible working options during the interview process.

We are committed to accessible and inclusive recruitment. If you have concerns about barriers related to sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief, or disability, please contact our Recruitment team as detailed in the advert. We will strive to address these issues.