Prison Mental Health Nurse

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare agency is seeking a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse with prison experience to provide comprehensive care programs for prisoners at HMP Edinburgh. The role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure while delivering high-quality patient care. Flexible shifts are available, offering competitive pay rates and excellent support.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

First sight of agency nursing shifts

Block bookings in preferred locations

Dedicated consultant support

Revalidation support

24/7/365 service

Qualifications

• At least 2 years post-graduate experience.
• 6 months recent NHS experience within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering care programs for prisoners with mental health needs.
• Assessing, planning, and implementing individual care plans.
• Managing own caseload and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Quick thinking

Patience

Attention to detail

Methodical approach

Ability to work under pressure

Empathy

Desire to learn

Computer competency

Education

Registered Nurse

Post-graduate experience

Job description

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Role: Band 5 Mental Health Nurse -Prison experience

Shifts: Flexible hours, with shifts available throughout the day, night and at weekends.

• Competitive pay rates
• First sight of agency nursing shifts across multiple trusts
• Block bookings in your favourite locations
• Excellent support from your own dedicated consultant
• Revalidation support
• 24/7/365 service - we're available when you need us

In addition to your qualifications, as an RMN, you will have:

• Quick thinking abilities
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Excellent attention to detail
• A methodical approach to tasks
• The ability to work well and under pressure
• Empathy and understanding
• A desire to learn and improve
• The ability to use a computer competently

Main Duties/Responsibilities

In the role of a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) at HMP Edinburgh, you will be responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive care programs for prisoners with mental health needs within a prison setting. This involves assessing, planning, and implementing individual care plans, providing emergency and anticipatory care, and managing your own caseload. You will also work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and build relationships with external organizations and the local community.

Qualifications/Licenses/Certifications

• Be a Registered Nurse.
• At least 2 years post-graduate experience.
• 6 months recent NHS experience within the last 3 years.
• You will need to pass an enhanced background check.
• Prison induction and PPT training.

If you are ready to demonstrate your nursing skills and passion for patient care in this Band 5 Registered Nurse role, we can't wait to hear from you. Apply today.