Job overview
Heathfield House is a male mental health rehabilitation unit based in Stockport. We are currently seeking to recruit a band 5 staff nurse on a full time contract to complement the experienced staffing team that is already in place. You will be part of a thriving ward which is committed to providing a high level of quality care to the patients we work with. The successful applicant will be expected to work day and night shifts, weekends and bank holidays.
Main duties of the job
You will be an integral part of the team providing direct care to patients with a variety of mental health problems To act as the named nurse with responsibility for the overall care of an identified group of clients To regularly act as shift co-ordinator ensuring the smooth running of the clinical area and best utilisation of resources available, with support from senior staff. You will be involved in provide a high level of safe and effective care Be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care Adhere to all Trust policies, procedures and guidelines Liaise with the multidisciplinary team Provide mentorship to others
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge base in terms of this client group.
- Knowledge of the person centred care model
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people experiencing a range of difficulties, emotional distress and/or mental illness
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Be able to perform required duties of the post.
- Ability to implement the nursing process through effective assessment and care planning
Desirable
- Experience of working within a psychosocial model of care delivery
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse, RMN or RN in Mental Health.
- Must have a good understanding of both numeracy and language skills.
Desirable
- Training in psychosocial interventions
- Completed practice supervisor course
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This advert is for Staff Nurse - Heathfield House with Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust in Ashton Under Lyne, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 05 Aug 2026.
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