Registered Mental Health Nurse

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Lichfield Road

Reporting To: Ward manager

Compensation: £36,176 / year

Description

Priory Lichfield Road is looking to recruit an Registered Mental Health Nurse to join the team. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours a week. Based in Walsall, West Midlands, Priory Lichfield Road is a rehabilitation service offering both level 1 and 2 care, all set within a modern, purpose-built centre. It is specifically designed to support both males and females who have severe, complex and enduring mental health needs, which might include treatment-resistant conditions.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.
• Assess, plan and deliver, with the patient and their carer/family, nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes and acting as the patients named nurse.
• Accurately observe and engage with patients in order to assess their need and evaluate their progress.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.
• Evaluate and respond to changes in patient's condition and needs.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The post holder must be a qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with 6-12 months post-registration experience, active NMC registration, and a completed preceptorship programme, alongside a sound knowledge of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional practice. They should provide evidence of post-registration continuing professional development and demonstrate a positive attitude with a strong commitment to change, improvement, and quality. The role requires the ability to develop and apply flexible and innovative approaches to practice, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. Candidates must have a minimum of six months' post-registration experience within a Mental Health or Learning Disabilities care environment, with ongoing professional development in a relevant field.

For more information about the role, you can email

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.