Job Title: Senior Registered Mental Health Nurse

Location: Romford, Essex

Salary: £40,455 DOE

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Reports to: Clinical Lead/Senior Staff Nurse

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join our team in a Private Mental Health Hospital in Romford, Essex. The successful candidate will provide high-quality mental health care to patients, lead a team of nurses, and ensure compliance with NMC standards and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Clinical Leadership:
- Lead and manage a team of mental health nurses, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality care to patients with mental health conditions.
- Act as a clinical expert and resource for the nursing team and other healthcare professionals.

2. Patient Care:
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualised care plans for patients.
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with NMC guidelines and organisational policies.
- Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to care plans.

3. Compliance and Standards:
- Ensure compliance with NMC standards, organisational policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.

4. Training and Development:
- Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for nursing staff.
- Conduct regular performance appraisals and identify areas for professional growth.
- Stay current with advancements in mental health nursing and incorporate best practices into clinical care.

5. Communication and Collaboration:
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and carers, providing support and education as needed.
- Liaise with external agencies and healthcare providers to coordinate patient care.

6. Risk Management:
- Identify and manage clinical risks, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Implement and monitor safeguarding procedures to protect vulnerable patients.
- Handle incidents and complaints in accordance with organisational policies.

Requirements:

- Valid NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN).
- Significant post-qualification experience in mental health nursing.
- Proven leadership and management skills.
- Excellent clinical skills and knowledge of mental health conditions and treatments.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and quality improvement.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary of £40,455 DOE.
- Permanent, full-time position with 37.5 hours per week.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme and health benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

Please note Sponsorship is not offered for this role 

Health Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private healthcare services. We supply work to Registered General Nurses (RGN), Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) and Healthcare Assistants (HCA). We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Health Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.