Registered Nurse - Humber Centre

Job overview

We are looking to recruit a Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our well-established team.  Ouse Ward is a 14  bedded Mental health treatment ward.

The post offers the successful candidate a unique opportunity to develop their knowledge and experience of specialist forensic pathways all under one roof.

The team is forward thinking and promotes a psychological and trauma informed approach with a focus upon a relational model of security. The post is required to cover a range of shifts including long days and night shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

Main duties of the job

You will be involved in providing a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for the service users.  You will work within the nursing team and work closely with the MDT.

You will act as care co-ordinator to service users and be involved in MDT's, CPA's and mental health tribunals.

You will administer prescribed medication and also support patients in managing their mental health and physical health conditions.

All successful candidates will be offered a comprehensive and structured development package, including clinical and professional development. Clinical supervision and facilitated reflective practice are key elements of our practice and will be on offer to yourself.

The service operates the shift model of Long day and Night shifts across at 7 day period.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.