Job Description

We are looking for experienced mental health nurses who have completed their preceptorship.



We are looking for dedicated and empathetic experienced Band 5 Staff Nurses to join our working age adult inpatient units.



In this role, you will provide comprehensive care to service users experiencing acute mental health issues. Your responsibilities will include administering medications, developing individualised care plans, and working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care. Strong communication skills, a compassionate approach, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes are essential. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our service users.

We are recruiting for Staff Nurses for:

Ward 1 Becklin (Female Acute) Ward 5 Becklin (Female Acute) Ward 4 Newsam (Male Acute)

Please indicate your preference to location and service user group in your application.



Working as part of a multi-skilled, experienced, motivated and creative service, you will be responsible for contributing to the efficient day to day delivery of effective clinical care and risk management of the service users within the ward.



You will have great interpersonal skills and be able to establish a professional working relationship with service users, carers and families. You will be cool in a crisis; it's a busy clinical area and we manage lots of risk-taking behaviour including deliberate self-harm and management of violence and aggression. It is a demanding yet rewarding role.



As a Mental Health Staff Nurse on our acute inpatient units, you will:



Provide direct patient care, including administering medications and monitoring patient progress. Develop and implement individualised care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Offer emotional support and therapeutic interventions to patients experiencing acute mental health crises. Maintain accurate patient records. Participate in team meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of care practices. Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options. Ensure a safe and supportive environment for all patients.

This role requires strong clinical skills, empathy, and a commitment to patient-centred care.



The Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) is the main provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds. We also provide specialist inpatient services in York and some highly specialised services across the country. As a teaching trust with strong links to local universities, we are a centre of excellence for teaching, research and development.



There are many benefits of working for LYPFT including fantastic employee wellbeing support, 27 - 33 days annual leave, flexible working and remote working arrangements, the NHS Pension Scheme, coaching, support and opportunities for career development and training and education support alongside a range of exclusive discounts and payment schemes including for cars, extra leave days and more NHS Discount Offers.



We also have an incredible bank department, offering variety of roles in nursing, allied health professions, healthcare support worker and administration clerical. Permanent employees are automatically added to bank.



Applicants should be aware that any individual requiring a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only (this does not include Healthcare Support Workers) . This is an essential requirement, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you do not meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.



The acute inpatient wards are split across two sites. Becklin Centre is made up of 4 acute wards (2 male and 2 female), along with a Crisis Assessment Unit. Newsam centre also has a male acute ward and a PICU.

We are recruiting for Staff Nurses for:

Ward 1 Becklin (Female Acute) Ward 5 Becklin (Female Acute) Ward 4 Newsam (Male Acute)

Please indicate your preference to location and service user group in your application.



As a Mental Health Staff Nurse on our acute inpatient units, your main duties and responsibilities will include:

Patient Care:

Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients experiencing acute mental health crises. Administer medications, monitor patient progress, and respond to any changes in their condition. Work shifts across the full 24 hour period.

Care Planning:

Develop, implement, and regularly review individualised care plans in collaboration with patients, their families, and the multidisciplinary team.

Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring all documentation meets legal and regulatory standards.

Team Collaboration:

Work closely with doctors, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care. Participate in team meetings and case conferences.

Patient Education:

Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.

Safety and Compliance:

Ensure a safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to all health and safety regulations and protocols.

Professional Development:

Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in mental health nursing.



This role requires strong clinical skills, empathy, excellent communication, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.