Job Description

Job Summary

We are currently recruiting

Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMN)

and

Mental Health Nurses

for agency shifts within

mental health inpatient settings

. This role is ideal for clinicians who are confident working in acute environments and delivering high-quality, person-centred care to service users with complex mental health needs.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective, and therapeutic care in line with clinical policies and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients within an inpatient mental health setting Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments and ongoing risk assessments Develop, implement, and review individualised care plans Administer medication in line with prescriptions and local policies Monitor and respond to changes in patients' mental state and behaviour Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using approved techniques Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, psychologists, support workers, and other MDT members Ensure compliance with safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety policies Promote patient dignity, recovery, and independence at all times
Requirements

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or equivalent professional qualification Valid NMC registration (or relevant professional registration) Recent experience working in a mental health inpatient setting Up-to-date mandatory training (or willingness to complete) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work flexibly and adapt to different ward environments Right to work in the UK
Desirable Experience

Experience in Acute Adult Mental Health, PICU, Rehabilitation, or Older Adult services Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act Experience managing challenging behaviour and complex presentations
Benefits

Competitive agency pay rates Flexible shifts to suit your availability Opportunity to work across a range of inpatient settings Weekly pay Dedicated agency support team
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 20.00-35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 11.5 - 55 per week

Experience:

Mental Health: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

NMC (required) DBS (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: RMNCornwall