Registered Mental Health Nurse for a High Dependency Unit

Gcgshotblasting; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Birmingham seeks an exceptional Mental Health Nurse to provide person-centred care in a high dependency unit. The role requires flexibility with working hours and entails collaborative work within a multidisciplinary team to support individuals with severe mental health needs. Applicants must be registered or in process with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council and have a passion for quality care.

Qualifications

• Registered with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council or in the process of achieving registration.
• Positive attitude towards high-quality care and support.
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care to individuals seeking support.
• Empower service users and support progression towards recovery.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with service users.

Skills

Effective communication

Understanding of Mental Health Act 1983

Willingness to learn

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Job description

Overview

Options for Care is looking to recruit an exceptional Mental Health Nurse passionate about working with individuals with severe and enduring mental health diagnoses. The role is in a high dependency unit, working 157.5 hours every 4 weeks in Highgate, Birmingham. The post requires flexibility to work days, nights, weekends and bank holidays, and involves collaborative work with a full multidisciplinary team including external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care to individuals seeking support on their journey towards community integration
• Empower service users and support progression towards recovery and discharge
• Provide quality, evidence-based nursing advice, support and care to individuals with complex, severe, and enduring mental health needs in a multidisciplinary setting
• Establish therapeutic relationships with service users and implement evidence-based interventions
• Provide leadership to the ward by taking turns to be the nurse in charge and promote effective teamwork
• Formulate and review care plans, risk assessments and other relevant assessments
• Represent the nursing team in multidisciplinary meetings
• Promote an inclusive and positive culture aligned with company values and policies
• Participate in audits, care reviews and identify areas for quality improvement
• Ensure safeguarding duties are upheld at all times

Job Requirements

Job Description

• You must be a Registered Mental Health Nurse, registered with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council or in the process of achieving registration
• A positive attitude and passion for high quality care and support
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 (and amendments) and the Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Understanding of responsibilities under the Care Programme Approach,Clinical Governance, and Child Protection Legislation
• Effective communication
• Willingness to learn

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Mental Health Nurse

Desirable

• Adult mental health experience

Additional Information

• UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required
• Salary: Depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time

Employer: Options for Care

Address: 106 Moseley Road, Birmingham, B12 0HG