Mental Health Nurse

Priory; Ayr; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Mental Nurse to join their team in Ayr. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with mental health challenges. You will work within a supportive environment, focusing on patient-centered care and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The position provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference and advancing your career in mental health, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Career development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Subsidised meals

Employee benefits scheme

Comprehensive induction and training

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with patients and teams.
• Good knowledge of the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of care to individuals with mental illness.
• Develop therapeutic relationships to enhance patient engagement.
• Contribute to patient assessments and develop care plans.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Working

Patient-Centered Care

Self-Motivation

Flexibility

Education

Registered Mental Nurse Qualification

Job description

Job Opportunity: Registered Mental Nurse (RMN)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated RMN to work at an exceptional hospital located in Ayr, South Ayrshire. This hospital specializes in acute adult mental health services within a low Secure Service, focusing on patients with personality disorders.

Note: Due to current sponsorship allocation limits, we are unable to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles. This policy is under review.

Role Overview

As an RMN, you will be employed by one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with the multidisciplinary team, external agencies, patients, and their families. A good working knowledge of the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 is essential. Experience in a related environment is also required.

Why Join Us?

Knowing you make a difference in people’s lives is rewarding. Our roles support your growth and development, and we aim to foster pride in where you work and what you do. As a leading provider of behavioral care and specialist support services to adults, Priory offers a challenging and fulfilling career with support for your development. We are committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of those we support.

Key Duties

1. Provide high standards of care to individuals with mental illness and personality disorders.
2. Develop therapeutic relationships to enhance patient engagement.
3. Contribute to patient assessments, develop care plans, and monitor progress.
4. At senior levels, lead shifts and mentor/support student nurses and team members.
5. Adhere to all codes of conduct, standards, legislation, and promote ethical practice.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Excellent team working skills.
• High self-motivation and flexibility.
• Commitment to patient-centered, values-based, and evidence-based practice.
• Drive for personal learning and development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting from £31,900 per annum, depending on experience.
• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, plus bank holidays.
• Birthday leave.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Opportunities for career development across various care settings.
• Free onsite parking.
• Subsidised meals.
• Employee benefits scheme (discounted vouchers, interest-free Apple loan, etc.).
• Comprehensive onsite induction and training.

Additional Information

Working hours are full-time (37.5 hours/week) with options for part-time and permanent contracts. Salary adjustments apply based on working hours for the welcome bonus.

Application Question: Have you received COVID-19 vaccinations?

About Us

Priory Group is a leading provider of behavioral care and support services to adults and young people across the UK, including hospitals, care homes, education facilities, and supported living services. We are committed to making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

We promote vaccination as the best defense against COVID-19 and require colleagues working with vulnerable individuals to be vaccinated. Vaccination status is recorded in line with GDPR and does not affect employment offers.

Disclosure

All roles are subject to a successful DBS, Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland check. Priory will cover the cost of this check. We are an equal opportunities employer.