Staff Nurse | Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust in Scunthorpe

To be responsible for providing safe, effective, and recovery-focused care to adults experiencing acute mental illness who require inpatient treatment. The post holder works as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with complex mental health needs. They deliver both mental and physical healthcare, ensure patient safety, and contribute to therapeutic interventions that support recovery and discharge planning.

• Undertake comprehensive mental health and risk assessments.
• Develop, implement, and review individualised care plans.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Administer and monitor medication in accordance with NMC and Trust requirements.
• Monitor patients' mental and physical health needs.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and escalating risks.
• Manage patients presenting with self-harm, suicide risk, aggression, vulnerability, or severe mental illness.
• Contribute to observation and engagement plans.
• Use de-escalation techniques and least restrictive practices where appropriate.
• Participate in safeguarding procedures and incident reporting.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are dedicated to the development of our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation.