Staff Nurse (Registered Mental Health Nurse/Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities) - Willenhal[...]

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Willenhall seeks a Staff Nurse (Registered Mental Health Nurse) for a full-time position. You will provide top-quality care to patients and work within a supportive multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal treatment outcomes. A valid NMC registration is essential. Competitive salary plus a £3,000 welcome bonus offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive support for professional development

Fully funded NMC registration

Career progression pathways

Company pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Valid NMC registration (RNLD/RMN) is required.
• Evidence of post-registration professional development.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to patients with acute mental health needs.
• Assess and treat patients, contributing to care planning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of NMC standards

Commitment to quality improvement

Education

NMC registration (RNLD/RMN)

Job description

Overview

Staff Nurse (Registered Mental Health Nurse/RN Learning Disabilities) based in Willenhall. This permanent, full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week with a salary of £34,900 – £37,227 per annum plus a £3,000 welcome bonus. You will work within a multidisciplinary team in a behavioural care and specialist support services setting for adults and young people.

About the Facility: The facility is a 28-bedded hospital located in Willenhall, comprising three small acute wards that foster a community feel. The aim is to provide a person-centred, therapeutic environment with collaborative care planning to achieve optimal treatment goals. From admission, the goal is to support patients in their recovery and facilitate a safe discharge back into the community. Patients are typically referred from local NHS trusts, and the facility maintains strong relationships with patients, families, and external agencies to ensure clear communication throughout the care pathway. The facility offers a range of therapeutic interventions, combining psychiatric and cognitive behavioural approaches with occupational therapy, psychology, and leisure activities.

Responsibilities

As a Staff Nurse, you will provide high-quality care to patients with acute mental health needs. You will work closely with Ward Managers, Charge Nurses, Doctors, Support Workers, Therapists, Activity Coordinators, and the Senior Management Team. Your role includes assessing and treating patients, contributing to care planning, and ensuring that each individual’s needs are met with compassion and professionalism.

Working Hours

Flexible shift patterns, including long days (07:30–20:00) and nights (19:30–08:00), with the possibility of working 7 shifts over a 14‑day period. Flexible working and part-time options are available.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• A valid NMC registration (RNLD/RMN)
• Evidence of post-registration continuing professional development
• A positive attitude with a commitment to change, improvement, and quality
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Knowledge of NMC standards, guidelines, and professional practices
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice

Benefits

• Comprehensive support with a focus on continuing professional development
• Ward/Charge Nurse support during day shifts and Night Managers during night shifts
• Robust out-of-hours management system with on-call Managers and Senior Managers
• On-site Junior Doctor 24/7, with Specialty Doctors and Consultant Psychiatrists during working hours and an on-call Consultant Psychiatrist out of hours
• Funded CPD courses relevant to your role
• Opportunities to undertake Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor training with Wolverhampton University
• Extensive training through online platforms and face-to-face sessions
• Free access to RCNI
• Fully funded NMC registration
• Opportunities to support Nursing students
• Career progression pathways including Charge Nurse, Night Manager, and Ward Manager
• Opportunities to take on lead roles (e.g., Safeguarding Lead, Equality & Diversity Lead)
• Generous annual leave and study leave for CPD opportunities and conferences
• Company pension scheme
• Birthday leave benefit (an extra day’s holiday)
• Subsidised meals on duty
• Access to a wellbeing fund for team health and wellbeing
• Free hot and cold drinks, breakfast, and fruit in staff areas