Mental Health Nurse

Integrated Care System; Preston; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health provider offers an exciting opportunity for a qualified Mental Health Nurse at HMP Preston. The role involves conducting assessments and managing a caseload of patients in a complex environment. The position supports continuous development through training and offers a competitive salary with benefits.

Benefits

Bespoke induction training

Regional and national career development opportunities

Access to Learning Management System

Employee benefits like discounts and financial support

Qualifications

• Experience with psychosocial interventions and substance misuse awareness.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Experience working with patients with complex mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop care plans.
• Undertake medication rounds and assess patients.
• Monitor therapeutic responses and liaise with prescribers.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Crisis Management

Intervention Strategies

Education

Qualified Mental Health Nurse with NMC registration

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Nurse to join our Mental Health team at HMP Preston, a category B prison located in Preston.

HMP Preston is a remand male prison for ages 18+ with a capacity of 680 inmates.

The mental health nurse will be based in the mental health inpatient unit within the healthcare department, with some expectations to work on the wing. The mental health team includes a clinical lead, 2 mental health nurses, and support workers.

Job summary

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This role is based on 37.5 hours per week, with shifts from Monday to Sunday, 7:30 am to 8:30 pm. You will work 2 out of 4 weekends per month, with schedules planned 6 weeks in advance.

The annual salary ranges from £33,232 to £40,211 depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction including Introducing Health in Justice training
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Access to our Learning Management System
• Support from the wider team

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Employment offers are subject to vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop care plans, and review treatment options within a multidisciplinary team.
• Undertake medication rounds, assess and treat patients, especially those who have experienced trauma or distress.
• Assess health needs using evidence-based frameworks and perform risk assessments.
• Provide advice, support, and manage a caseload of patients.
• Monitor therapeutic responses and liaise with prescribers regarding medication effects.
• Build strong links with partners and stakeholders, promote best practices, and support clinical supervision.
• Share knowledge and skills to ensure safe, effective care within a collaborative team environment.

If you're interested in career development, we offer internal and external training and growth opportunities, along with employee benefits such as discounts, helplines, and financial support.

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group operates across over 53 prisons, young offenders, and immigration removal centers. We are the UK's leading independent provider of NHS services in secure environments, prioritizing patient needs and diversity.

Our core values include treating others with respect, acting with integrity, embracing diversity, and striving for continuous improvement.

Qualifications required

• Qualified Mental Health Nurse with NMC registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Experience working with patients with complex mental health conditions
• Experience with psychosocial interventions, group work, and substance misuse awareness

Experience in hospital, community, or prison environments is desirable but not essential.

Join us in a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can develop your skills and learn new ones every day.