Mental Health Nurse

Staff Partners Mental Health; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Support & training

Block bookings

Referral bonus

Fast-track registration

Job summary

Staff Partners Mental Health in Manchester seeks an RMN / Mental Health Nurse for a locum role at a private hospital specialising in recovery and rehabilitation. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred care, assess needs, support recovery plans and work with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety.

The ideal candidate holds an RMN with an active NMC PIN, has experience in mental health settings, and can work flexibly across shifts. We offer competitive PAYE rates and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• RMN with valid NMC PIN.
• Experience in mental health nursing or residential care settings.
• PMVA training or certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to residents with mental health conditions.
• Administer and monitor medication management.
• Develop and review individual care plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with care standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver the best care.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient-focused care

Education

RMN qualification with NMC PIN

Job description

RMN Mental Health Nurse – Locum Opportunity

Location: Manchester

Staff Partners are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated RMN / Mental Health Nurse to support a large private hospital specialising in recovery and rehabilitation. The hospital includes medium and low secure wards, rehabilitation wards, and a psychiatric intensive care unit (PICU), providing specialist care for individuals with complex mental health needs.

This locum opportunity offers flexible shifts and competitive PAYE rates, making it ideal for experienced RMNs looking to supplement their current role or secure consistent agency work. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care, supporting recovery-focused treatment plans, and working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients.

Role Overview

As an RMN / Mental Health Nurse, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with mental health conditions. You will assess patient needs, implement care plans, administer medication, and monitor patients’ mental and physical wellbeing.

You will also maintain a safe environment through risk assessments and work closely with the multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and deliver effective care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to residents with mental health conditions.
• Administer and monitor medication management.
• Develop and review individual care plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with care standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver the best care.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff.

Candidate Requirements

• RMN qualification with valid NMC PIN.
• Experience in mental health nursing or residential care settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, patient-focused approach.
• PMVA training and certificate.

What We Offer

• Competitive PAYE rates of £19.00–£26.00 per hour.
• Flexible locum shifts to suit your schedule.
• Ongoing support and professional development.
• Dedicated recruitment team to assist you throughout your assignment.
• Weekly pay.
• As many shifts as you would like.
• Be the first to hear about shifts – we are preferred suppliers to many hospitals/sites.
• Block bookings available.
• Free, fast-track and very easy registration process.
• Training and support.
• Excellent referral bonus.