Forensic Health Nursing Assistant - Compassionate Care

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne And Wear Nhs Foundation Trust; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Linhope Habilitation Ward at Northgate Hospital, Morpeth, is seeking a Band 3 Nursing Assistant to join a medium secure forensic service. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to patients with complex mental health needs in a secure environment, working within a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and safety.

The role requires compassionate, professional, and confidential care, with an emphasis on dignity, safeguarding and良 records management.

Qualifications

• Completion of a competency-based programme within probationary period or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Knowledge of care related procedures, clinical observation, relevant legislation

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, person-centred care to patients in a secure environment.
• Support patients in their recovery and contribute to therapeutic interventions.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Maintain electronic patient records and complete mandatory documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

PMVA training

Time management

Record keeping

Education

Competency-based programme

Knowledge of care procedures

Level 3 healthcare qualification

Job description

Linhope Habilitation Ward at Northgate Hospital, Morpeth, is seeking a Band 3 Nursing Assistant to join a medium secure forensic service. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to patients with complex mental health needs in a secure environment, working within a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and safety.

The role requires compassionate, professional, and confidential care, with an emphasis on dignity, safeguarding and良 records management.