Mental Health Nurse

Priory Group; Alloway; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday - extra annual leave

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits incl. gym membership

IPD sponsorship

Development opportunities

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic in Ayr is seeking a Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse to join our low secure ward. The role is full-time across day and night shifts on a two-week rotation; access to a vehicle is recommended.

Salary ranges £36,176 - £41,953 per year, plus a £5,000 welcome bonus and relocation support up to £3,000. The hospital offers on-site parking and development opportunities. This role is not suitable for newly qualified nurses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience in a mental health care environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Active NMC registration as Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provide prescribed nursing care safely and effectively.
• Maintain a safe and supportive care environment.
• Work as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team.
• Rotational shifts on a low secure forensic ward (day and night).

Skills

Post-registration experience

Communication skills

CPD

Flexible working

Education

NMC-registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse

Job description

Mental Health Nurse

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Ayr Clinic

Compensation: £36,176 - £41,953 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic/ Low Secure Forensic Ward
Salary is £36,176 - £41,953 per annum plus £5,000 welcome bonus
Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3,000
(Terms apply)
Full Time - 37.5 Hours
This role is not suitable for newly qualified nurses or preceptorship nurses.Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic has an opportunity for a Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse to join our team. Ayr Clinic, Ayr, is a low secure mental health service for males and females with a mental health diagnosis and/or personality disorder. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.
You will work effectively as a valued member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, promoting the best interests of clients and their carers while ensuring prescribed nursing care is delivered safely and effectively. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe and supportive care environment, exercising professional accountability and responsibility, and using your nursing skills, knowledge and expertise to respond effectively to changing environments. You will work within the scope of your professional practice and maintain high standards of care at all times.
You will be working on the low secure forensic ward working rotational shifts over a two week period.
Day shift and night shift worked in blocks full time shifts:

• 8am- 8.15pm Days /8pm- 8.15am Nights
• Week 1 Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• Week 2 Wednesday and Thursday

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

• Qualified Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse with active NMC registration.
• Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working within a mental health care environment and completion of preceptorship programme.
• Good understanding of NMC guidelines, requirements and professional standards.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to change, improvement and delivering high-quality care.
• Ability to work flexibly and use innovative approaches to care.

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.