Registered Mental Health Nurse

Priory; Llandenny; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health care provider in Wales is seeking a qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse to join their team. The role involves delivering personalized care, assessing patient needs, and engaging with other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have at least 6-12 months of post-registration experience and a commitment to continuous professional development. This permanent, full-time position offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supplemented meals

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra day of annual leave

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Qualifications

• 6-12 months of post-registration experience required.
• Active NMC registration and completion of a preceptorship programme essential.
• Evidence of ongoing post-registration professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.
• Assess, plan, and deliver nursing care with the patient and their carer/family.
• Engage with patients to assess needs and evaluate their progress.

Skills

Resilience

Empathy

Understanding of NMC guidelines

Education

Qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Job description

Overview

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Llanarth Court

Compensation: £32,760 - £42,073 / year

Llanarth Court is looking to recruit a Registered Mental Health Nurse to join the team. We have a Secure 95 beds, male and female, 18+ and BTPs 3 secure, 2 R&R. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours. We also have an additional facility within the grounds of the hospital, offering opportunities for individuals who require bespoke packages of care, as part of our bespoke therapeutic placement (BTP) offering. We are a sector-leading example of how providing a wide variety of care settings and a clear care pathway in the direction of recovery, can benefit all individuals.

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. As a Registered Mental Health Nurse, 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.

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 is a qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with 6-12 months of post-registration experience, active NMC registration, and completion of a preceptorship programme. They possess a solid understanding of NMC guidelines, professional standards, and practices, alongside evidence of ongoing post-registration professional development. A positive attitude and a strong commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and embracing change are essential qualities for this role.

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 day of 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. The Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.