Registered Mental Health Nurse

Priory Group; Marchwood; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday Holiday

Contributory pension

Private healthcare

IPD sponsorship for qualifications

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Southampton is recruiting a Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our ED-focused team at Priory Hospital Southampton. The role requires an RMN with active NMC registration and at least 3 years post-registration experience in an Eating Disorder setting.

The post offers a permanent full-time position at Priory Hospital Southampton, Marchwood, with a 37.5 hour week and comprehensive support, development, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Active NMC registration as RMN with robust CPD record.
• Post-registration experience in Eating Disorder settings is required.
• Good understanding of NMC guidelines and professional standards.
• Ability to maintain high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed nursing care safely within a MDT.
• Contribute to a supportive care environment for adults with ED.
• Ensure professional accountability and respond to changing needs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Flexible working

CPD evidence

Education

NMC RMN registration

Job description

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital Southampton

Compensation: £36,176 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Southampton/Eating Disorder Unit
Salary is £36,176 per annum
Full Time - 37.5 Hours

This role is not suitable for newly qualified nurses or preceptorship nurses.

Priory Hospital Southamptonis looking to recruit a Mental Health Nurse to join the team.

Priory Hospital Southampton, Marchwood, Southampton is a residential mental health service providing acute and eating disorder care for adult males and females. It is accessible by public transport, with a bus stop at the end of the access road and Totton railway station approximately 5 miles away, with Redbridge station around 7 miles away. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's 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 work effectively as a valued member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, promoting the best interests of clients and their carers while ensuring prescribed nursing care is delivered safely and effectively. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe and supportive care environment, exercising professional accountability and responsibility, and using your nursing skills, knowledge and expertise to respond effectively to changing environments. You will work within the scope of your professional practice and maintain high standards of care at all times.You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

• Qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse with active NMC registration.
• Minimum of 3 years post-registration experience working within an Eating Disorder setting.
• Good understanding of NMC guidelines, requirements and professional standards.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to change, improvement and delivering high-quality care.
• Ability to work flexibly and use innovative approaches to care.

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.

• Enhanced maternity pay
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (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.