Mental Health Nurse

Priory; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health treatment facility in London is seeking a qualified Mental Health Nurse to join their team. This full-time role requires empathy and resilience, with responsibilities including delivering patient care and assessing nursing care plans. The ideal candidate will have an active NMC registration and post-registration experience in mental health. The position offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supplemented meals

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Active NMC registration required.
• 6 to 12 months' post-registration experience needed.
• Completion of a preceptorship programme is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed care within an agreed framework.
• Assess and deliver nursing care alongside patients and families.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

NMC registration

Job description

Overview

Mental Health Nurse – Priory Hospital North London

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital North London

Compensation: £37,386 / year

Priory Hospital North London is looking to recruit a Mental Health Nurse to join the team and work on our Adult Acute Unit. This is a full time 37.5 hours role. Located in London, in a peaceful and secluded part of Southgate, Priory Hospital North London is set within a Grade I listed building overlooking parklands. It is one of the UK\'s leading centres for the treatment of a range of mental health difficulties, including addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). We also offer private autism assessments for adults.

What you\'ll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients\' wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Mental Health Nurse, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.
• Assess, plan and deliver, with the patient and their carer/family, nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes and acting as the patient\'s named nurse.
• Accurately observe and engage with patients in order to assess their need and evaluate their progress.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.

What you\'ll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same. Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with an active NMC registration, 6 to 12 months\' post-registration experience, and completion of a preceptorship programme. They will have knowledge of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional practices, along with evidence of post-registration continuing professional development. The candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, a commitment to change, improvement, and quality, and the ability to develop and use flexible, innovative approaches to practice. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. They will have a minimum of 6 months\' post-registration experience within a mental health or learning disabilities care environment, with evidence of continued professional development in a relevant field.

For more information about the role, you can email us.

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
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra day of 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
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications. In some cases the vacancy may close early if enough suitable candidates are identified.