Staff Nurse

Priory Melton Place

£36,176 per annum

Full Time - 37.5 hours per week

Priory Melton Place has an opportunity for a Staff Nurse to join our team who is qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week.

Priory Melton Place, in Melton Mowbray, is a community-facing facility, which provides an alternative to a hospital setting, whilst still having the expertise to support those with complex and enduring mental health needs.

Our new specialist residential mental health service provides 24 hour nursing care for males and females aged 18 years and above, who may also have a secondary diagnosis of a learning disability.

Responsibilities

You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred mental health care
• Assess, plan and review individualised care for patient
• Administer medication and maintain accurate clinical record
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support recover
• Promote a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, visitors and colleagues.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Skills

Essential for the role

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with active NMC registration.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A compassionate, patient-centred approach to care.
• Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality nursing practice.

The following experience would be beneficial

• Previous experience in a mental health or learning disabilities setting
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and safeguarding practices.

Benefits

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.

• 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.