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Staff Nurse - OPMH
NHS
Chesterfield
On-site
GBP 31,000 - 38,000
Full time
3 days ago
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Job summary
A healthcare services provider in Chesterfield seeks a compassionate RMN/RNLD responsible for patient care and supervision on a mental health ward. The ideal candidate will support junior staff and be actively involved in training and assessments. With a focus on dementia care, this role offers flexibility, competitive pay, and various employee benefits.
Benefits
Flexible working options
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Generous NHS pension scheme
Health service discounts
Free 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme
Qualifications
- Experience and a desire to work within Older Peoples Mental Health.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and assess all learners and unregistered staff.
- Provide and maintain a high standard of skilled nursing care.
- Participate in setting and maintaining optimal standards of care on the ward.
Skills
Dementia care
Communication skills
Leadership
Education
RMN/RNLD qualification
Job description
Job Summary
The post holder is responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, both for a specific group of patients as the Named Nurse and/or in supporting the care of all patients on the ward.
As a RMN/ RNLD, you will assist in the management and organisation of work as required; ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times, providing support for junior staff on the ward.
You will play a key role in the supervision and assessment of all learners and unregistered staff, providing a teaching role and acting as a named supervisor.
Snowdrop ward is an 18 bedded unit for the care and treatment of older adults with organic mental health needs, we could write a lot here about our successes and the things we most are proud of, but come and have a look for yourselves, we would be happy to tell you about them and discuss the things we can do to support your career and remind you just how rewarding the work can be.
Main duties of the job
Leadership
Ability to create a professional culture which is open to change, new ideas, concepts and innovation whilst reflecting the service and Dementia strategy and direction.
Patient Care
To provide and maintain a high standard of skilled nursing care
Strategy and Service Development
To participate in setting and maintaining optimal standards of care on the ward
About Us
Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.
Join 'Team Derbyshire Community' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."
Benefits Include:
Details
Date posted
29 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa. pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
842-OPMH-5933-25
Job locations
WALTON HOSPITAL
WHITECOTES LANE
CHESTERFIELD
S40 3HW
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Address
WALTON HOSPITAL
WHITECOTES LANE
CHESTERFIELD
S40 3HW
Employer's website
http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Address
WALTON HOSPITAL
WHITECOTES LANE
CHESTERFIELD
S40 3HW
Employer's website
http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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The post holder is responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, both for a specific group of patients as the Named Nurse and/or in supporting the care of all patients on the ward.
As a RMN/ RNLD, you will assist in the management and organisation of work as required; ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times, providing support for junior staff on the ward.
You will play a key role in the supervision and assessment of all learners and unregistered staff, providing a teaching role and acting as a named supervisor.
Snowdrop ward is an 18 bedded unit for the care and treatment of older adults with organic mental health needs, we could write a lot here about our successes and the things we most are proud of, but come and have a look for yourselves, we would be happy to tell you about them and discuss the things we can do to support your career and remind you just how rewarding the work can be.
Main duties of the job
Leadership
Ability to create a professional culture which is open to change, new ideas, concepts and innovation whilst reflecting the service and Dementia strategy and direction.
Patient Care
To provide and maintain a high standard of skilled nursing care
Strategy and Service Development
To participate in setting and maintaining optimal standards of care on the ward
About Us
Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.
Join 'Team Derbyshire Community' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."
Benefits Include:
- Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
- 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
- Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
- Health service discounts and online benefits
- Incremental pay progression
- Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
- Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
- Health and wellbeing opportunities
Details
Date posted
29 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa. pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
842-OPMH-5933-25
Job locations
WALTON HOSPITAL
WHITECOTES LANE
CHESTERFIELD
S40 3HW
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- RMN/ RNLD with Dementia experience
- Applicants must have experience and a desire to work within Older Peoples Mental Health
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Teaching/Mentoring qualification
Essential
- Understanding of the NMC Code of Conduct and implications for practice
- Clinical knowledge and application of the needs of the clinical care group
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
Essential
- Understanding of the NMC Code of Conduct and implications for practice
- Clinical knowledge and application of the needs of the clinical care group
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Address
WALTON HOSPITAL
WHITECOTES LANE
CHESTERFIELD
S40 3HW
Employer's website
http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Address
WALTON HOSPITAL
WHITECOTES LANE
CHESTERFIELD
S40 3HW
Employer's website
http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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