Lead Nurse ( RMN ) – Mental Health Hospital

Appoint Group; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national provider in health and social care seeks an experienced Lead Nurse (RMN) for their mental health hospital in South West London. This position offers a competitive salary, attractive bonuses, and significant professional growth opportunities, including a supportive work culture and extensive training programs.

Benefits

33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)

Birthday as an extra day off

Paid Enhanced DBS check

Free meals and parking

Wellbeing support and activities

Pension contribution

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity Package

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of mental health experience as a nurse in the UK.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical and care needs of all patients.
• Lead by example in developing and educating the nursing team.
• Conduct proactive clinical risk assessments and nursing assessments.

Skills

Team-working skills

Self-motivation

Caring and compassionate attitude

Commitment to high-quality care

Education

Relevant nursing qualification (RMN or RNLD)

Valid NMC registration

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Lead Nurse ( RMN ) – Mental Health Hospital, London

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Client:

Appoint Group

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Lead Nurse ( RMN )– Mental Health Hospital
Salary – £50,375 – £56,329 per annum + £5K welcome bonus
Location – South West London
Hours – Permanent – Full Time or Part time hours available ( options of 2, 3 or 4 shifts each week )
Shift Pattern – Mixed shifts required ( days nights and weekends on a rotational basis )

Summary
Appoint Healthcare are proud to partner with an extremely reputable leading national provider of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs and learning disabilities. Together we are seeking an experienced senior Registered Mental Health Nurse ( RMN ) or an experienced Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse ( RNLD ) for a mental health hospital based in South West London.

This mental health hospital has different wards, CAMHS, acute mental health and adult eating disorders.

Requirements

• A relevant nursing qualification ( RMN or RNLD )
• A valid NMC registration with no restrictions or referrals
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK
• Experience in managing a nursing team whilst maintaining high professional standards.
• A minimum of 3 years of mental health experience as a nurse, in the UK
• Strong team-working skills
• A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach
• A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate
• A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice

Some duties will include

• Have oversight of the clinical and care needs of all patients, supporting your wider MDT and nurses in working with patients, their families, community teams to meet the individual needs of each person
• Stay abreast of national guidance and best practice, lead by example and provide guidance, and support in the development and education of your team ( RMNs and HCAs)
• Focus on proactive clinical risk assessments, nursing assessments, the development of clinical models, quality improvement measures, least restriction interventions and medication management
• Annual salary of up to £56,329 per annum
• An exciting opportunity to be a part of the team for one of the country’s leading rehab facilities for mental health conditions and addictions.
• An exciting opportunity to be part of a forwarding thinking company with exciting growth plans
• An in-depth and structured 2-week induction programme
• A positive and friendly staff culture
• Opportunities for professional growth including an extensive range of courses designed to help you grow and succeed in your career
• Annual leave entitlement of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays)
• Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Paid Enhanced DBS check
• Excellent staff to patient ratio
• Free meals and parking
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain great work-life balance
• Pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity Package

RMN / Registered Mental Health Nurse / NMC pin / Mental Health Hospital / Learning Disabilities Nurse / RNLD / Personality Disorders / Learning Disabilities / CAMHS / Eating Disorders / Acute Mental Health

*The actual rate of pay will be within these advertised bandings and will be dependent on your ability to demonstrate your competence during the interview