Staff Nurse RMN Emergency Department

Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Ilford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in East London is looking for a Registered Mental Health Nurse to support patients in a high-performing Emergency Department. You will engage in care planning, administer medications, and provide therapeutic support to individuals facing mental health challenges. This role offers the chance to join a team recognized for its dedication to excellent patient care and a commitment to staff development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive hospital and community health services

Support and development opportunities

Recognition as one of the best places to work

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification.
• Experience in A&E is desirable but not essential.
• Enthusiastic, confident, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Support patients presenting with mental health needs.
• Assist in managing clinical emergencies.
• Provide therapeutic 1:1 nursing care.

Skills

Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification

Excellent communication skills

Ability to handle challenging situations

Job description

Job Title: Registered Mental Health Nurse

The post holder will support patients presenting with mental health needs on a shift-to-shift basis, supporting the implementation and engagement of care plans to ensure the delivery of high-quality and safe care.

You will use your specialist knowledge and skills to identify and detail deterioration, improvements, and fluctuations in patients' mental health and escalate to relevant teams when there are significant risks.

You will assist in managing clinical emergencies under the direction of the nurse in charge.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working alongside and providing care to patients with physical needs.

You will administer medication in accordance with local protocols and the NMC Scope of Professional Practice.

You will ensure that patients in mental health crisis requiring admission are reviewed, and appropriate risk assessments are completed.

You will provide therapeutic 1:1 nursing care to patients with mental health issues.

Candidate Requirements

• Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification.
• Experience in A&E is desirable but not essential.
• Enthusiastic, confident, and self-motivated with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle challenging situations effectively.

About Us

We are excited to offer an opportunity for Registered Mental Health Nurses to join our OUTSTANDING Emergency Department in East London.

Join a high-performing team in one of the UK's leading Emergency Departments, recognized for excellent clinical engagement and patient flow, with an OUTSTANDING rating from the CQC.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust serves Hackney, East London, The City, and beyond, providing comprehensive hospital and community health services, including specialist services at St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, embodying our Trust values, and ensuring fair recruitment practices. Homerton prides itself on supporting and developing its staff, with numerous benefits and recognition as one of the best places to work.