Job Description

Mental Health Nurse - Avanti Ward: Eating Disorder Unit - Private Hospital

Overview

We are looking to recruit a Mental Health Nurse to join the team at our private Hospital located in Bromley, which is one of the UK's leading mental health and addiction rehab hospitals.

We can provide world class residential treatment for a range of mental health conditions, including treatment for depression, as well as drug and
alcohol addiction treatment. We also provide outpatient treatment for young people as well as private CAMHS assessments options and private autism assessments for adults.

Our comprehensive treatment programmes are delivered by our specialist multidisciplinary team, who work together to create a strong support network for our patients. Located in Bromley, South East London, this is one of Priory's most renowned hospitals for our diverse range of therapeutic approaches, and we are experts in making assessments and advising on the best treatment options.

As well as operating as a mental health and addiction treatment hospital, we are also a formal teaching hospital. We are affiliated with a number of universities, including Canterbury Christ Church University, King's College London and Goldsmith's, University of London. Our status as a teaching hospital places us at the forefront of the latest research, meaning that our treatment programmes are informed by the very latest developments in the industry.

Responsibilities

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Mental Health Nurse

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you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

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

Skills

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with an active NMC registration, 6 to 12 months' post-registration experience, and completion of a preceptorship programme. You will have knowledge of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional practices, along with evidence of post-registration continuing professional development. You will demonstrate a positive attitude, a commitment to change, improvement, and quality, and the ability to develop and use flexible, innovative approaches to practice. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. You will have a minimum of 6 months' post-registration experience within a mental health or learning disabilities care environment, with evidence of continued professional development in a relevant field.

Benefits

Free on-site parking Supplemented meals 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Enhanced maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses
Due to restrictions on numbers we are currently

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 35,596.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person