Registered Mental Health Nurse

Job overview

This is an opportunity for a band 5 staff nurse with an interest in recovery to work within a rehab/recovery ward.

The Orchards is a nine bedded recovery unit for people with longer term mental health problems. It is situated near the picturesque cathedral city of Ripon. It is only 45 minutes from Leeds and York.

We aim to help people to manage and recover from mental health problems. We will encourage service users to take part in social activities and therapeutic groups to help them to learn daily living skills.

The purpose of our service is to service users gain greater independence and follow a healthy lifestyle, in order to achieve a good quality of life within the community.

The unit has nine en-suite bedrooms. We aim to create a relaxed, homely and informal atmosphere.

The unit is staffed twenty four hours a day by nursing staff. There is always a qualified nurse on duty.

As a service we are committed to developing the individual practitioner and the team. Currently we have had staff complete the NMP course, CBT courses. The trust runs a course on systemic family interventions. Staff are supported to complete this.

Main duties of the job

The successful postholder will promote and maintain safety, privacy, and dignity of all patients in the delivery of patient centred care, recognising and respecting differences including spiritual and cultural beliefs and ensuring that all patients remain at the centre of decision making and are fully safeguarded.

You will act wherever applicable, in accordance with the Mental Health Act. Ensure the highest professional standards and attitudes towards the care of patients are maintained at all times.

Acts as named nurse or key worker for patients

In addition to this, the postholder will assess patients’ needs and develops, implements, and evaluates intervention plans as part of the multi-disciplinary team, with the involvement of the patient and where appropriate, their carer or person with parental responsibility.

You will ensure care plans are based on current risk assessment, evidence-based practice. Undertake risk assessments in accordance with the Trust’s Clinical Risk Assessment and Management Policy, devising and implementing actions and care plans which take the risk formulation fully into account.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Whether you're an experienced Registered Nurse or a Newly Registered Nurse, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service that puts patient care first. You will have the time and support to make a real difference every day.

Student Nurse's that are due to register in the next 3 months are very welcome to apply. Full training and Preceptorship programme will be provided to help you build confidence and develop your career in this specialist area.

We will support you by offering regular supervision, training opportunities and encourage your development and role within this developing team on the delivery of Patient Centred Care, support for carers and evidence based practice.

The successful applicant will be expected to work 12 hours shifts covering 24/7 days and nights and public holidays.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.