Mental Health Nurse

Medacs Healthcare; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare seeks a Nurse Functional Assessor (Mental Health Nurse) for a rewarding hybrid role. You will leverage your registered nursing expertise to assess conditions affecting daily living. This position offers competitive salary, generous leave, and career growth opportunities while ensuring a supportive and flexible work environment. Join us in making a difference today.

Benefits

Competitive salary with regular increases

Generous annual leave (25 days + service allowance)

Flexible working and optional overtime

NMC/HCPC fee reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral bonus scheme (£2500)

Access to discounts through Lifestyle platform

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted NMC registration required.
• Experience as a Registered Nurse, RMN, or RNLD is essential.
• New applications from HCPC Registered professionals are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Assess and report on how conditions impact daily living.
• Conduct face-to-face and telephone assessments.
• Provide high-quality services with integrity.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

IT proficiency

Education

NMC registration

Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) / Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD)

HCPC Registered Paramedic, Physiotherapist, or Occupational Therapist

Minimum 1-year post-registration UK experience

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 Sunderland.

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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