Prison Mental Health Nursing Associate

North West Borough Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Nursing Associate to join the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) at HMP Altcourse in the Liverpool area. The role focuses on applying trauma-informed care, conducting primary mental health screens for new receptions, and delivering mental health promotion and education alongside the MDT.

You will work under the supervision of a Registered Mental Health Nurse, contribute to risk assessment, and support physical health checks as part of holistic

Qualifications

• Nursing Associate Foundation Degree is required.
• Registered Nursing Associate and on the NMC register are essential criteria.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Primary Mental Health Screens for new receptions.
• Deliver mental health promotion and suicide prevention activities.
• Support physical health checks as part of holistic care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent working

Problem solving

Reflective practice

Education

Nursing Associate Foundation Degree

Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register

Job description

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Nursing Associate to join the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) at HMP Altcourse in the Liverpool area. The role focuses on applying trauma-informed care, conducting primary mental health screens for new receptions, and delivering mental health promotion and education alongside the MDT.

You will work under the supervision of a Registered Mental Health Nurse, contribute to risk assessment, and support physical health checks as part of holistic