Registered Staff Nurse (Full Time)

Richmond House is looking to recruit a Registered Staff Nurse to join the team on our Rehabilitation and recovery ward. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours. Candidates must hold a full driving license. Based in Harleston, Norfolk, Richmond House is a level 2 rehabilitation service for those with a learning disability. We can support adult females with a range of needs, including those who are on the autism spectrum, those with personality disorders, complex mental health needs, and those with a history of offending behaviours. We support people to improve their skills and strengthen their independence, enabling safe continuation of care and transition into community placements.

What you’ll be doing:

• You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients' wellbeing.
• 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.
• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.
• Assess, plan and deliver, with the patient and their carer/family, nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes and acting as the patient's named nurse.
• Accurately observe and engage with patients in order to assess their need and evaluate their progress.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.
• Evaluate and respond to changes in patient’s condition and needs.
• Deal proactively and effectively with suggestions and complaints from patients and their families/carers.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Resilience is key; no two days are the same!
• Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
• The ideal candidate will be a qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with 6–12 months of post-registration experience, holding an active NMC registration and having completed a preceptorship programme.
• They will possess a strong understanding of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional practices, along with evidence of ongoing post-registration continuing professional development.
• A positive attitude and commitment to change, improvement, and quality are essential, as is the ability to adopt flexible and innovative approaches to practice.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Candidates should also have a minimum of six months’ post-registration experience within a Mental Health or Learning Disabilities care environment, with continued professional development in a relevant field.

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.