Staff Nurse

NHS; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Rotherham is seeking an experienced mental health nurse to join their older adults ward. This role involves assessing patients' needs, delivering care autonomously, and providing leadership to nursing assistants. The ideal candidate will hold an RMN qualification, have experience in mental health, and be registered to practice in the UK. This position offers a permanent, full-time contract with a competitive salary range of £31,049 to £37,796 per annum.

Qualifications

• Must have current UK professional registration.
• Recent experience in intended speciality.

Responsibilities

• Act as a named nurse and manage patient care.
• Deliver nursing care without direct supervision.
• Lead a team of associate nurses.

Skills

Knowledge of mental health conditions

Leadership skills

Patient care

Education

RMN or equivalent

Certificate, diploma or degree in mental health

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us on our older adults ward, specialising in the care of adults experiencing mental health conditions, including dementia. We provide 24 hour care within our purpose built assessment and therapy unit, working within a multidisciplinary approach that optimises each individual recovery. We are a vibrant ward with an MDT focussed pathway including non pharmacological approaches. We are activity driven and promote person centred care which supports both our clients and their carers.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will act as a named nurse, and is responsible for the risk assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care needs for agreed patients.
• The post holder will deliver appropriate nursing care without direct supervision.
• The post holder will lead a team of associate nurses and nursing assistants.
• The post holder will work collaboratively with the whole mental health team.
• The post holder will contribute to professional and managerial leadership to ensure that the ward environment is satisfactory to maintain the physical and mental well being of patients and staff.
• The post holder will alert the ward manager of potential staffing difficulties and provide short- term cover in the absence of more senior ward staff.

Person Specification

Knowledge (Essential)

• Principles of the nursing process
• Essence of Care
• UKCC code of professional conduct
• Mental Health Act 1983

Qualifications (Essential)

• RMN or equivalent

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Certificate, diploma or degree in mental health
• Mentor Preparation Course

Experience (Essential)

• Recent experience in intended speciality

Disclosures and Checks

• This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required.
• Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Additional Information

For more details about the job description, person specification, and employer policies, please visit https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/ and https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

Employer Details

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH)

Willows Ward, Oakwood Hall Drive, Rotherham, S62 4TH

Website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/

Job Details

• Date posted: 17 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: 376-RCG-0687
• Job location: Willows Ward, Oakwood Hall Drive, Rotherham, S62 4TH