SENIOR NIGHT REGISTERED NURSE with sponsorship

Skycare; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care facility in Leeds seeks a Mental Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care for patients with mental illnesses. The position involves overseeing medication administration and supervising staff within a 85-room care home. Candidates must have an active UK Nursing PIN and experience in mental health to ensure the best support for residents. The job includes competitive pay, ongoing professional development, and a supportive work environment, recognizing individual contributions and well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Paid time off

Free meals

Career development support

Qualifications

• Must be a Mental Registered Nurse or General Registered Nurse with experience in nursing homes.
• Experience with mental health conditions such as schizophrenia and Alzheimer's.
• The ability to remain calm in high-stress situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of care to people with mental illness.
• Oversee day-to-day care and medication administration.
• Lead shifts and mentor student nurses.

Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Assessment

Supervision

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

Active UK Nursing PIN

Job description

Mental Registered Nurse with Mental care experience

Night shifts available

36 hours per week

Care Home with Nursing, 85-room facility that offers a range of specialist care for residents, ranging from Schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s care to care for stroke victims.

Overseeing all aspects of the care center, manager manages a team of 10 nurses and 60 care assistants. The team at this Care Centre operate five units, each tailored to the dependency levels of the residents to ensure the right level of care is received.

Interviews face‑to‑face for nurses locally based, online via Teams for those looking to relocate

Available Hours / Pay

• Full Time 36 hours per week
• Paid breaks
• Long shifts 8pm-8am
• Pay rate £21‑£22 / hour

Our qualified nursing team are available 24 hours a day to provide medical and other forms of specialised support. Respecting patients and recognising patient as a unique individual, our nurses provide not just high‑quality nursing skills, but truly person‑centred care.

About the Role :

The main responsibilities of this role include :

• Providing a high standard of care to people with mental illness and personality disorder
• Promoting the highest standards of clinical nursing throughout the hospital
• Overseeing the day‑to‑day care of patients and the administration of required medication
• To provide nursing and personal care and promote their abilities.
• Planning, implementing, and supervising the provision of quality care
• Maintaining the required medical documentation
• Upholding residents’ rights to privacy, dignity and choice
• At a more senior level, you’ll also need to lead shifts as well as mentoring and supporting student nurses and other members of the team
• Familiarising yourself with, and strictly adhering to, company policy and procedure and Care Inspectorate guidelines

Please note we are only accepting candidates with a UK active PIN and right to work in the UK (sponsorship provided for the right candidate)

The main requirements for this role are :

• Must be a MENTAL REGISTERED NURSE or GENERAL REGISTERED NURSE WITH EXPERIENCE IN NURSING HOMES (current PIN number with NMC and experience in the UK)
• Experience with mental health – schizophrenia, Alzheimer
• A genuine desire to work with the elderly
• The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, along with excellent listening skills
• The ability to supervise other staff members comfortably and competently
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high‑stress situations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits :

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Payment into the pension scheme
• Paid time off for vacation
• Continuing education opportunities for professional development
• Free onsite parking
• Free meal
• Support with career development plan
• Free parking
• DBS covered

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and 2 satisfactory references.

If you are a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with mental care experience we would like to have you joining our Nursing Home.

Inclusion & Belonging

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