Job summary
As an Experienced Nurse, you will provide high-quality clinical care to patients with complex mental health needs within an acute hospital setting, including a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). You will take responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing, and reviewing patient care, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure treatment is safe, effective, and recovery-focused. The role includes managing risk, responding to incidents, and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment at all times. You will also support the leadership of the ward, guiding and mentoring junior staff, and ensuring that standards of care, documentation, and communication are consistently met. You will be expected to work both independently and as part of a team, using your clinical judgement, experience, and knowledge of mental health legislation to support patient outcomes.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver safe, effective nursing care to patients with complex mental health needs
• Carry out assessments, develop care plans, and review patient progress
• Administer and manage medication in line with clinical guidance
• Identify, assess, and manage risk to maintain a safe environment
• Support and lead ward staff, providing guidance, supervision, and mentorship
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and documentation
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, and changes in patient presentation
• Promote patient engagement, recovery, and independence
• Ensure high standards of handover and communication across shifts
• Support compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to maintaining a structured, safe, and therapeutic ward environment

About us
About the Service
This is a newly developed acute mental health hospital located in Ashby De La Zouch, designed to provide high-quality inpatient care for adults with complex mental health needs. The service includes a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), supporting individuals who require higher levels of observation, risk management, and clinical intervention. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team including nursing, psychiatry, psychology, and allied health professionals, working together to deliver structured, recovery-focused care in a safe and therapeutic environment.

About Rushcliffe Care Group
You will be joining Rushcliffe Care, a company with over 35 years of experience in offering the highest levels of care to our most vulnerable in society. Across our services, we support people to live safer, more fulfilling lives, with dignity, choice, and consistency at the centre of everything we do. Our work is guided by clear values. These are not slogans. They shape how we treat people, how we work together, and what we expect from each other.

Job responsibilities
Location: Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 2PJ
Hours: 40 hours per week (shift-based rota including days, nights, weekends, and public holidays)
Salary: £21.15 per hour

Looking for a role where you can take a senior clinical position and directly influence patient care and team performance? As an Experienced Nurse with Rushcliffe Care Group, you will play a key role in delivering safe, effective care within a structured acute mental health and PICU environment.

About Rushcliffe Care Group
You will be joining Rushcliffe Care, a company with over 35 years of experience in offering the highest levels of care to our most vulnerable in society. Across our services, we support people to live safer, more fulfilling lives, with dignity, choice, and consistency at the centre of everything we do. Our work is guided by clear values. These are not slogans. They shape how we treat people, how we work together, and what we expect from each other.

About the Role
As an Experienced Nurse, you will provide high-quality clinical care to patients with complex mental health needs within an acute hospital setting, including a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).

You will take responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing, and reviewing patient care, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure treatment is safe, effective, and recovery-focused.

The role includes managing risk, responding to incidents, and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment at all times. You will also support the leadership of the ward, guiding and mentoring junior staff, and ensuring that standards of care, documentation, and communication are consistently met.

You will be expected to work both independently and as part of a team, using your clinical judgement, experience, and knowledge of mental health legislation to support patient outcomes.

About You

• You are a registered nurse (RMN, RNLD, or RGN with relevant mental health experience) with current NMC registration.
• You have experience working within acute mental health or PICU settings and are confident managing complex presentations, risk, and challenging behaviour.
• You are calm under pressure, able to lead by example, and confident in supporting and directing others.
• You understand the importance of structure, consistency, and professional boundaries within a clinical environment.
• You communicate clearly, maintain accurate records, and take accountability for your practice.

What Our Values Mean in Practice
Reputable Care

• Delivering safe, evidence-based care in line with clinical standards and policies.
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and compliant clinical records.
• Taking responsibility for clinical decisions and outcomes.

Respect and Compassion

• Treating every patient with dignity, empathy, and professionalism.
• Supporting individuals to be involved in their care and recovery.
• Recognising and responding to individual needs and experiences.

Robust Communication

• Working effectively within the multidisciplinary team.
• Escalating risks, concerns, and changes in presentation promptly.
• Ensuring clear and accurate handovers and documentation.

Real Commitment

• Being reliable, accountable, and consistent in practice.
• Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Maintaining professional development and clinical competence.

About the Service
This is a newly developed acute mental health hospital located in Ashby De La Zouch, designed to provide high-quality inpatient care for adults with complex mental health needs.

The service includes a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), supporting individuals who require higher levels of observation, risk management, and clinical intervention.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team including nursing, psychiatry, psychology, and allied health professionals, working together to deliver structured, recovery-focused care in a safe and therapeutic environment.

What We Offer

• We provide a structured induction and ongoing clinical support to ensure you are confident and effective in your role.
• You will receive supervision, training, and opportunities to develop within a growing service, including progression into leadership roles.
• You will be part of a new service where standards, culture, and practice are being actively shaped, giving you the opportunity to contribute and influence how the service develops.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by Rushcliffe Care.

Equal Opportunities Statement
Rushcliffe Care Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, in line with the Equality Act 2010. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, and the needs of the service. Some roles may have specific requirements, such as physical ability or effective communication in English, due to the nature of the care we provide. These requirements are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of our service users and are applied fairly and proportionately. To support our commitment to equal opportunities, we may collect diversity data as part of the application process. This information is used for monitoring purposes only, is anonymised where appropriate, and does not form part of the selection process. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• NMC Pin

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).