Bank Mental Health Nurse

Priory Group; Gosport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Gosport is seeking a qualified Bank Mental Health Nurse to join their team. The ideal candidate will have recent experience in mental health care, demonstrating strong communication skills and resilience. In this role, you will deliver care, monitor patient progress, and collaborate with healthcare teams. A full support system with development opportunities is provided, making this an excellent career move in mental health nursing.

Benefits

Pension enrolment

Access to development opportunities

Refer a friend bonus

DBS paid for

Qualifications

• Completed preceptorship programme with 6–12 months of post-registration experience.
• Solid understanding of NMC guidelines and requirements.
• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.
• Assess, plan and deliver nursing care with the patient and their carer/family.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Active NMC registration

Job description

Bank Mental Health Nurse

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Bank

Location: Nelson House

Compensation: £17.00 / hour

Description

Priory Hospital Nelson House is looking to recruit a Mental Health Nurse to join the team. Located in Gosport, Hampshire, Priory Hospital Nelson House is a rehabilitation service which offers both level 1 and level 2 care, supporting males presenting with mental health conditions and complex needs, who may also have behaviours that challenge and substance misuse issues.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, supporting with care requirements, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• 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 patient's named nurse.
• Accurately observe and engage with patients in order to assess their need and evaluate their progress.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

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. The candidate is a Qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with active NMC registration, having completed a preceptorship programme and gained 6–12 months of post-registration experience. They possess a solid understanding of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional practices, supported by evidence of ongoing continuing professional development. They demonstrate a positive attitude, with a strong commitment to change, improvement, and quality in practice, while also showing the ability to develop and apply flexible, innovative approaches to care. With excellent verbal and written communication skills, they bring at least six months of experience working within mental health or learning disabilities care environments, further strengthened by continued professional growth in their field. For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail].

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Pension enrolment
• Access to development opportunities
• Refer a friend bonus
• DBS paid for