Senior Forensic Nurse Practitioner – Women’s Mental Health

NHS; Retford; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Practitioner to deliver advanced nursing care within a high secure female forensic mental healthcare setting. This senior role requires strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to trauma-informed practice, and expertise in managing complex mental health conditions. Candidates should possess an RMN or RNLD registration, with experience in secure environments being essential. The role includes providing clinical supervision, contributing to service development, and ensuring compliance with national standards. A competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Full High Secure Allowance

Variety of employee-led networks

Occupational health and counselling services

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RMN or RNLD) with advanced clinical skills.
• Experience working in secure settings with mental health patients.
• Completed supervision training to guide nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced nursing assessment and interventions.
• Provide clinical leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

High level of written and verbal communication skills

Excellent leadership skills

Ability to prioritise workload

Conflict resolution skills

Research and audit skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RMN or RNLD)

Post qualification or equivalent experience

Supervision Training

Job description

A healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Practitioner to deliver advanced nursing care within a high secure female forensic mental healthcare setting. This senior role requires strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to trauma-informed practice, and expertise in managing complex mental health conditions. Candidates should possess an RMN or RNLD registration, with experience in secure environments being essential. The role includes providing clinical supervision, contributing to service development, and ensuring compliance with national standards. A competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.