Inpatient Mental Health Nurse (Band 5) – Kentmere Ward

Lancashire and South Cumbria Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional NHS foundation trust is seeking a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse to join their inpatient services at Kentmere Ward. This role involves delivering compassionate mental health care and support to patients in a 12-bed unit, focusing on recovery and community reintegration. The ideal candidate will be an NMC-registered mental health nurse with experience in the field, capable of working within a multi-disciplinary team to enhance patient well-being and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with NMC registration.
• Experience in different areas of mental health.
• Knowledge of Mental Health National Service Framework.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to develop person‑centred holistic care.
• Manage day‑to‑day ward responsibilities and support junior staff.

Skills

Ability to work autonomously and as a team player within a multi‑disciplinary team

Ability to prioritise clinical workload

Verbal and written communication skills

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse

NMC registered

Job description

A regional NHS foundation trust is seeking a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse to join their inpatient services at Kentmere Ward. This role involves delivering compassionate mental health care and support to patients in a 12-bed unit, focusing on recovery and community reintegration. The ideal candidate will be an NMC-registered mental health nurse with experience in the field, capable of working within a multi-disciplinary team to enhance patient well-being and quality of life.