Bank Mental Health Nurse
Priory Hospital Chelmsford is looking to recruit a Bank Mental Health Nurse to join the team.

Situated within three acres of landscape grounds, Priory Hospital Chelmsford is an independent hospital that specialises in the treatment and management of adults and adolescents with a range of mental health problems. The hospital offers calming and recovery focused residential treatment for up to 60 service users, as well as day care and outpatient services, including separate facilities for young people. The hospital incorporates a Grade II listed building that has been extensively restore and is situated within three acres of landscaped grounds Our highly experienced multidisciplinary team deliver personalised treatment programmes alongside the use of a range of therapies.

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Bank Mental Heal , you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients . 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.

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with active NMC registration
• 6 to 12 months of post-registration experience
• Completion of a preceptorship programme
• Knowledge of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional practices
• Evidence of ongoing post-registration continuing professional development
• Positive attitude and commitment to change, improvement, and quality
• Ability to develop and apply flexible, innovative approaches to practice
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• At least six months of post-registration experience within a mental health or learning disabilities care environment

For more information about the role, you can email GlendaNortey@priorygroup.com