Forensic Staff Nurse: Patient‑Centered Care & Risk Reduction

NHS; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Staff Nurse for the Yew ward within the low secure Forensic directorate in Shrewsbury. The role requires working closely with service users, administering medication, and providing person-centered support. Candidates must have experience in healthcare settings, particularly in forensic environments, and demonstrate sound knowledge of relevant legislation. This position includes shifts across nights and weekends, along with robust career support and development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Up to 27 days annual leave

Health and Wellbeing support

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Possess or be working towards relevant qualifications.
• Demonstrate experience in a wide range of healthcare settings.
• Understanding of forensic mental health legislation.

Responsibilities

• Delegate tasks and plan daily nursing activities.
• Facilitate activities and support service users.
• Complete risk-reduction work with service users.
• Supervise healthcare support workers.

Skills

Experience in healthcare settings

Knowledge of Mental Health Act (1983)

Team collaboration

Risk assessment

Education

Relevant teaching and assessing qualification

Job description

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Staff Nurse for the Yew ward within the low secure Forensic directorate in Shrewsbury. The role requires working closely with service users, administering medication, and providing person-centered support. Candidates must have experience in healthcare settings, particularly in forensic environments, and demonstrate sound knowledge of relevant legislation. This position includes shifts across nights and weekends, along with robust career support and development opportunities.