Physical Health Nurse in Bristol

Priory Hospital Bristol are looking for a part‐time Physical Health Nurse to join the team working 7.5 hours per week. Priory Hospital Bristol is one of the UK's leading centres for the treatment of individuals, families and couples facing a wide range of psychiatric conditions. We offer fast access to treatment for a number of mental health concerns and addictions. Bristol is an ideal place for treating people with complex disorders, including people who may not have responded to previous treatment. We can guarantee that our comprehensive treatment programmes are guided by current evidence‐based research.

What you’ll be doing

• You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients' wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.
• You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.
• To provide support to the Nursing and wider MDTs, in ensuring the patients in the defined area have their physical healthcare nursing needs identified, care planned and evaluated in accordance with best practice and clinical evidence.
• Provide advice and support to colleagues regarding physical healthcare needs in general terms; this includes infection control, screening programmes and site‐specific requirements, depending on the clinical speciality.
• To deliver high quality clinical assessment, treatment and care to a defined group of service users within a hospital setting.

What you’ll bring to the role

• Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
• Qualified Registered General Nurse (RGN), with 2 years post‐registration experience with active NMC Registration and completed preceptorship programme. Consideration will be given to nurses registered in MH or LD services if they demonstrate competence in the requirements for the role qualified mentor or to achieve within 12 months of coming into post.

What we will give you in return

• We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations.
• We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
• Free on‐site parking.
• Birthday Holiday – Your birthday as an extra day’s annual leave.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme).
• Access to development opportunities.
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel.
• Leadership & management development.
• Long service award.
• Refer a friend bonuses.

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.