Registered Mental Health Nurse

Priory; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Eastleigh is seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse for a full-time role. You will work within a compassionate team, assisting with patient care in a tranquil environment. The ideal candidate has an active NMC registration and a commitment to continuous professional development. Competitive compensation of £36,176 per year and numerous benefits, including career development opportunities and flexible perks.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supplemented meals

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Active NMC registration required.
• 6 to 12 months' post-registration experience required.
• Completion of a preceptorship programme necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group.
• Assess, plan, and deliver nursing care with the patient and their family.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification

Job description

Priory Hospital Southampton, Priory Hospital Southampton, SO45

Position: Registered Mental Health Nurse

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital Southampton

Compensation: £36,176 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Southampton is looking to recruit a Mental Health Nurse to join the team. This is a full time 37.5 hours role. Set within beautiful, landscaped gardens, Priory Hospital Southampton's tranquil environment offers therapeutic and recovery-focused residential treatment for those suffering from a number of mental health conditions. We can support adult males and females with acute mental health needs, as well as eating disorders.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.
• Assess, plan and deliver, with the patient and their carer/family, nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes and acting as the patient\'s named nurse.
• Accurately observe and engage with patients in order to assess their need and evaluate their progress.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with an active NMC registration, 6 to 12 months\' post-registration experience, and completion of a preceptorship programme. They will have knowledge of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional practices, along with evidence of post-registration continuing professional development. The candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, a commitment to change, improvement, and quality, and the ability to develop and use flexible, innovative approaches to practice. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. They will have a minimum of 6 months\' post-registration experience within a mental health or learning disabilities care environment, with evidence of continued professional development in a relevant field.

For more information about the role, you can email Apply.

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our IPD panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

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