Registered Mental Health Nurse

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Band 5 Staff Nurse for its Inpatient Mental Health team. You will deliver quality care to adults facing acute mental health challenges while leading clinical management and supporting fellow staff. The role offers flexible working options, generous annual leave, and opportunities for career development. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our service users.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Blue Light Card benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health nursing preferred.
• Ability to manage and support service users towards recovery.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical management of designated service users.
• Support and supervise junior staff and students.
• Observe, report, and record changes in patient health.

Skills

Compassion

Clinical expertise

Teamwork

Education

Nursing degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

As a Band 5 Staff Nurse within our Inpatient Mental Health team at Wellsprings Hospital, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, recovery-focused care to adults experiencing acute mental health challenges. You will be a key member of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, working collaboratively with colleagues from a range of professional backgrounds to provide holistic, person-centred support for our service users. This is a rewarding and varied role where your compassion, clinical expertise, and commitment to teamwork will make a real difference to people\'s lives. You will be responsible for leading the clinical management of designated service users, supporting their journey towards recovery, and ensuring their safety and dignity at all times. The environment is fast-paced and can be challenging, but you will be fully supported by experienced colleagues and a strong leadership team. We are committed to your personal and professional development. You will have access to a wide range of internal and external training opportunities, regular supervision, and the chance to develop your skills in specialist areas of mental health nursing. As part of our flexible workforce, you may also be required to work in other areas of the Trust to meet service needs, giving you valuable experience across different settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical management of designated service users, including assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing care.
• Support and supervise junior staff and students in patient activities.
• Observe, report, and record changes in patients\' physical and mental health.
• Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to plan and deliver care.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance.
• Provide and supervise personal care and daily living activities.
• Deliver therapeutic activities and emotional support to patients.
• Undertake physical observations and report exceptions appropriately.
• Complete and review clinical and risk assessments in line with Trust policies.
• Administer prescribed medication in accordance with Trust policy.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers, and other professionals.
• Act as keyworker for designated clients, including admissions.

Benefits and working arrangements

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
• Additionally, you\'ll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.