At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a compassionate team to support patients in their mental health recovery journey.
- Company: Priory Hospital Arnold, a leading mental health care provider.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, birthday holiday, flexible benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with strong support for career growth and leadership pathways.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while growing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Qualified RMN with 6-12 months experience and active NMC registration.
The predicted salary is between 36296 - 36296 £ per year.
Priory Hospital Arnold is looking to recruit a Mental Health Nurse to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week. The hospital is an inpatient acute and psychiatric intensive care unit (PICU) for males and females struggling with a wide range of mental health conditions.
What you'll be doing:
- You will be part of a compassionate team committed to patient wellbeing.
- You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans and undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed 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 that takes account of patient choice and wishes and act as the patient's named nurse.
- Accurately observe and engage with patients to assess their needs and evaluate their progress.
- Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.
What you'll bring to the role:
- Qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), with 6‑12 months post‑registration experience, active NMC Registration and a completed preceptorship programme.
- Knowledge of NMC guidelines, requests and professional practices.
- Evidence of post‑registration continuing professional development.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude and commitment to change, improvement and quality.
- Ability to develop and use flexible and innovative approaches to practice.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
For more information about the role, you can email laurenhenson@priorygroup.com.
What we will give you in return:
- Free on‑site parking
- Birthday Holiday – Your birthday as an extra day of annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, IT technology (laptops/tablets/smartphones) and a 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.
Mental Health Nurse in Milton Keynes employer: Priory
At Priory Hospital Arnold, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to the wellbeing and professional growth of our staff. Our supportive work culture fosters resilience and empathy, allowing Mental Health Nurses to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. With comprehensive training, flexible benefits, and numerous pathways for career advancement, we ensure that our employees are well-equipped to succeed and feel valued in their contributions.
