Mental Health Nurse

Medacs; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Medacs Healthcare as a Nurse Functional Assessor in a rewarding hybrid role. Utilize your clinical expertise to assess and report on how health conditions affect daily living. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for career progression while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary with regular increases

Generous annual leave (25 days + service allowance)

Flexible working and optional overtime

NMC/HCPC fee reimbursement

Ongoing CPD support

Employee well-being support

Referral bonus scheme (£2500)

Access to discounts through our Lifestyle platform

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year post-registration UK experience (NHS or private healthcare).
• Applications welcome from HCPC Registered Paramedics, Physiotherapists, and Occupational Therapists.

Responsibilities

• Assess conditions impacting daily living through face-to-face and telephone assessments.
• Report on findings with strong emphasis on integrity and quality service.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Organisation

Time management

IT proficiency

Education

Current NMC registration

Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD)

Job description

Job Title: Nurse Functional Assessor (Mental Health Nurse)

Please Note: Unfortunately, we are not able to support sponsorship to work in the UK at this time

About You:

Join Medacs Healthcare as a PIP Clinical Assessor (Registered Nurse) and use your clinical expertise in a rewarding hybrid role based in Durham.

As an experienced Registered Nurse (RMN), you'll assess, discuss, and report on how conditions impact daily living through face-to-face and telephone assessments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Excellent organisation and time management
• Proficiency in typing and IT systems
• Commitment to integrity and high-quality service

Essential Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted NMC registration
• Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), or Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD)
• Applications also welcome from HCPC Registered Paramedics, Physiotherapists, and Occupational Therapists
• Minimum 1-year post-registration UK experience (NHS or private healthcare)

Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary with regular increases
• Generous annual leave (25 days + service allowance)
• Flexible working and optional overtime
• NMC/HCPC fee reimbursement and ongoing CPD support (T&Cs apply)
• Comprehensive benefits including pension, life assurance, and more
• Employee well-being support with access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Referral bonus scheme (£2500) and employee recognition programs
• Access to discounts through our Lifestyle platform

Why Choose Us?

• Develop Your Expertise: Become a skilled Clinical Assessor and report writer.
• Work Autonomously with Support: Balance independence with team collaboration.
• Career Progression Opportunities: Gain experience in coaching, auditing, and
• team management.
• Work-Life Balance: No evenings, weekends, or bank holidays with flexible and hybrid working options.

Ready to Make a Difference? Join Medacs Healthcare today.

How to Apply: Please apply with your up-to-date CV. You must provide evidence of your UK right to work.

*OTE based on meeting all eligible criteria including hybrid working, increases + optional overtime

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