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Priory Hospital Newbury
Full Time | 37.5 Hours | Site based
Salary is £33,176 - £35,596
This role is not suitable for newly qualified nurses or preceptorship nurses
You will join the team on the Acute Ward.
Main duties of the job
As a Mental Health Nurse, you will work as an effective member of the Multi-Disciplinary team and promote the best interests of the clients and carers and ensure that prescribed nursing care is effectively implemented.
- 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.
For more information, you can contact the HR & Resourcing Co-ordinator at NatalieField@priorygroup.com
About us
Based in Berkshire, this role offers the opportunity to be part of a well-established service which supports male adults with mental health needs, who are working towards a life back in the community.
Details
- Date posted: 23 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £33,176 to £35,596 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 548645
- Job locations: Priory Hospital Newbury, Monks Lane, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 7RN, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Priory Hospital Newbury has an opportunity for a Mental Health to join our team.
Priory Hospital Newbury, Berkshire is a level 2 rehabilitation service supporting adult males with mental health needs, working towards community reintegration. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes nearby including services to Reading and Basingstoke, and nearby train stations providing links into London.
For more information, please click APPLY NOW, where you will be diverted to our website to view a job description, or you can contact the HR & Resourcing Co-ordinator at NatalieField@priorygroup.com
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Person specification
Requirements
Essential
- A qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with 6-12 months of post-registration experience is required, along with active NMC registration and completion of a preceptorship programme. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional standards, and be able to demonstrate ongoing post-registration continuing professional development. They will show a positive attitude and a commitment to change, service improvement, and high-quality care. The ability to adopt flexible and innovative approaches to practice is essential, as are excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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This advert is for Registered Mental Health Nurse with Priory Healthcare in Manchester, North West, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £33,176 to £35,596 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 30 Sep 2026.
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