Mental Health Nurse

NHS; Ayr; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job description

Job summary

Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review.

This role is based onsite in Ayr, Scotland KA6 6PT, relocation packages up to £3,000 available!

An amazing job opportunity has arisen for a committed RMN to work in an exceptional hospital based in Ayr, South Ayrshire.

Main duties of the job

As a Nurse you will be working for one of the UK’s leading health care providers. The role of the Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) Staff Nurse is to work as an effective member of the Multi-Disciplinary team. Promote the best interests of the clients and carers and ensure that prescribed nursing care is effectively implemented. Responsible for maintaining a safe care environment. Exercise professional accountability and responsibility using professional skills, knowledge, and expertise in changing environments and work within the scope of professional practice.

About us

This hospital provides acute adult mental health services within a low Secure Service, for patients with personality disorders.

Date posted: 09 April 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £36,176 to £41,953 a year depending on experience plus £3000 Welcome Bonus

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: E0358-RMN-Ayr

Job locations

Partnership In Care

Dalmellington Road

Ayr

KA6 6PT

Job responsibilities

As a Nurse your key duties include:

• Provide a high standard of care to people with mental illness and personality disorder
• Develop therapeutic relationships to optimise patient engagement
• Contribute to patient assessments, compiling a plan of care alongside the individual, and monitoring patient progress
• At a more senior level, you'll also need to lead shifts as well as mentoring and supporting student nurses and other members of the team
• Follow all codes of conduct, standards and legislation, respecting the rights of others and promoting ethical practice

Skills and Experience

The following skills and experience would be more preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Excellent team working skills
• A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach
• A commitment to patient-centred care and to values-based and evidence-based practice
• The drive to continually push your own personal learning and development

Person Specification

Knowledge/Experience/Qualifications/Experience Essential:

• The RMN will be expected to have excellent interpersonal skills when liaising with members of the multi-disciplinary team, external agencies and organisations, patients, and relatives. The RMN should also have a good working knowledge of the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007. Experience in a related environment is essential.

Employer details

Employer name: Priory Healthcare

Address: Partnership In Care, Dalmellington Road, Ayr, KA6 6PT

Employer's website: https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/