Senior Mental Health Nurse

Practice Plus Group; Lewes; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Senior Mental Health Nurse at HMP Lewes, where your expertise will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in custody. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team in providing essential healthcare services, ensuring the well-being of prisoners through comprehensive assessments and clinical interventions. With a commitment to professional development and support, you'll be part of a dynamic environment that values your contributions and fosters growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bespoke induction training

Competency framework

Career development opportunities

Learning Management System support

Qualifications

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team to deliver a nurse-led service.
• Assess patients and undertake reception screening.
• Respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Mental Health Nursing

Clinical Judgement

Risk Assessment

Education

Nursing Qualification

Job description

Pay up to £52,507 per annum - depending on experience

Hours: Full time

Contract: Permanent

Role: Other Qualified Professional

Posted: 2 May 2025

Closes: 1 June 2025

Job Description

About The Role

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Nurse at HMP Lewes to join our team. HMP Lewes is a category B male prison. It is located near the centre of the historic town of Lewes, just a 5-minute walk away.

Due to HMP Lewes holding remand prisoners, staff are required to work on a rota basis, which may include nights, bank holidays, and weekends. We are open to discussing flexibility options at interview.

Salary

Up to £52,507 per annum, depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Requirements

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Employment offers are subject to additional vetting and security checks due to the nature of the role.

What you'll be doing

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team to deliver a nurse-led service and prevent hospital admissions.
• Undertake medication rounds and dispense controlled medication.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Assess patients and undertake reception screening.
• Use evidence-based frameworks to assess health needs and perform risk assessments with sound clinical knowledge.
• Assess physical and mental health of prisoners on admission and throughout custody to facilitate appropriate referrals.
• Make clinical judgments regarding immediate needs and long-term treatment.