Senior Staff Nurse

Priory Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Lincolnshire in Gainsborough is seeking a Senior Staff Nurse to lead the nursing shift as Nurse in Charge, coordinating staff and ensuring high standards of care.

You will perform nursing assessments, develop and review care plans, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient wellbeing. The role requires safeguarding knowledge and strong leadership abilities within a mental health setting.

Qualifications

• Registered adult nurse with active NMC registration.
• Post-registration experience in mental health or learning disability care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing shifts as Nurse in Charge, coordinating staff and delegating duties.
• Complete nursing assessments and develop, implement, and review care plans.
• Supervise junior, agency and newly appointed staff; provide guidance and support.

Skills

NMC registration

Registered Adult Nurse

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Nursing qualification (RN)

Job description

Salary: £38,508.57 per annum
Working Pattern: Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Priory Hospital Lincolnshire has an opportunity for a Senior Staff Nurse to join our team. Located in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, Priory Hospital Lincolnshire is a low secure unit for males with mental health conditions. It offers support to those who are detained under the Mental Health Act (MHA).

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.

Lead the nursing shift as Nurse in Charge, coordinating staff, prioritising patient care and delegating duties to ensure the ward remains safe and well managed. Complete nursing assessments and develop, implement and regularly review individualised care plans, ensuring patients’ physical and mental health needs, preferences and wishes are met.

Supervise and support junior, agency and newly appointed colleagues, providing clinical guidance, supporting inductions and helping staff manage challenging behaviour and de-escalation. Coordinate with the multidisciplinary team, families and external professionals to monitor patient progress, address concerns and promote positive outcomes.

Maintain high standards of clinical governance, including accurate patient records, incident reporting, medicines management, safeguarding and compliance with the Mental Capacity Act and Priory policies. You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Essential for the role

• Registered Adult Nurse with active NMC registration.
• Minimum 6–12 months’ post-registration experience in Mental Health or Learning Disability Nursing.
• Completed preceptorship or an equivalent programme.
• Knowledge of NMC standards, professional nursing practice and safeguarding requirements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and written skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The following experience would be beneficial

• Experience supervising and supporting junior, newly qualified or agency nursing staff.
• Experience coordinating shifts and acting as Nurse in Charge of a ward.
• Experience developing, implementing and reviewing person-centred care plans.
• Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour and using de-escalation techniques.
• Evidence of continuing professional development within mental health or learning disability nursing.