CAMHS Mental Health Nurses - PICU in Northampton

CAMHS Mental Health Nurses – PICU | West Midlands

Contract Type: Agency | 3-month block booking (with potential to extend)

Positions Available: 5x Registered Mental Health Nurses

Shifts: Days, nights, and weekends available

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting 5 experienced Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs) for a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in the West Midlands. These block-booked agency contracts offer stability, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work in a specialist, high-acuity environment.

The Role

Working within a CAMHS PICU, you will:

• Provide specialist nursing care to young people experiencing acute mental health crises
• Deliver safe, therapeutic interventions in a high-intensity, fast-paced environment
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support assessment, treatment, and recovery
• Maintain the highest standards of clinical care, safety, and safeguarding
• Contribute to a positive, recovery-focused culture for some of the most vulnerable young people

What We\’re Looking For

Essential:

• Current NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration
• Minimum 3 years\’ experience working in CAMHS services
• Minimum 12 months recent experience in a CAMHS PICU setting
• Ability to work a 4-on, 3-off, 4-on, 3-off shift pattern
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Strong de-escalation and therapeutic engagement skills
• Experience managing complex presentations and high-risk situations
• Commitment to trauma-informed and recovery-focused care

What\’s On Offer

• Highly competitive rates – significantly above market standard
• 3-month block-booked contract with security and potential to extend
• Training and development opportunities
• Flexible shift options across days, nights, and weekends
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in young people\’s lives during critical moments

How to Apply

If you\’re an experienced CAMHS RMN ready to take on a rewarding PICU role, we want to hear from you.