Lead Charge Nurse – Mental Health Ward

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Bury St Edmunds seeks a Charge Nurse to lead a dedicated team on Abbeygate Ward. This role is ideal for registered nurses with clinical expertise in treating older patients, offering growth in leadership skills and mentoring along with robust training opportunities. The position requires full PMA fitness to work shifts, including nights and weekends, in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive in-house & external training programmes

Career progression

Starting annual leave of 27 days per annum

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Relevant post registration experience in a mental health setting.
• Understanding of issues surrounding confidentiality.
• Working knowledge / application of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Responsibilities

• Support care team in individualised and responsive care.
• Collaborate with Clinical Team Leader and Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• Ensure effective management of the ward.

Skills

Effective risk assessment and risk management

Ability to supervise others

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Leadership / Management Training

Job description

A mental health service provider in Bury St Edmunds seeks a Charge Nurse to lead a dedicated team on Abbeygate Ward. This role is ideal for registered nurses with clinical expertise in treating older patients, offering growth in leadership skills and mentoring along with robust training opportunities. The position requires full PMA fitness to work shifts, including nights and weekends, in a supportive environment.