About this role
Job summary
Are you ready to take the next step in your career in mental health nursing while living on a beautiful island? We are inviting an experienced Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse to join Seagrove Ward, our 6-bed mixed-sex Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), where collaborative, individualised care is at the heart of what we do.
Located on the stunning Isle of Wight, this role offers more than just professional fulfilment. As a close-knit island community, the Isle of Wight provides an excellent quality of life for families and individuals alike. With its unspoiled beaches, scenic countryside, and year-round family-friendly activities, it's the perfect place to build both your career and personal life. From exploring historic sites to enjoying water sports or leisurely walks, you'll find something for everyone.
About the Role
The post holder, in collaboration with the Team, will be responsible for the delivery of the highest professional standard of care, assessment, treatment and support of people within the Service.
Why Join Us?
Comprehensive induction, training, and CPD opportunities.
Be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of mental health care.
Relocation support may be considered for the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
The post holder, in collaboration with the Team, will be responsible for the delivery of the highest professional standard of care, assessment, treatment and support of people within the Service.
As a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse on Seagrove Ward, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality care to patients requiring psychiatric intensive support.
You will:
*To demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise and leadership in respect of all colleagues.
*To act as role model to the Support Workers and other staff.
*To plan, implement and provide meaningful activity for patients within in-patient services.
*To provide patients with assessments, care plans and treatment plans as appropriate, and ensure that these are put into practice and evaluated.
*To contribute to new service developments and actively take these forwards as required.
*To be flexible and work with colleagues to promote the best outcomes for patients.
Work across all wards at Sevenacres to provide the best patient care at all times.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas.
We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration.
Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future.
Job description Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Live NMC Registration RN (MH), RN (LD) with current NMC Registration Successful completion of preceptorship
Experience Essential
Communication Skills Good range knowledge/appreciation of a range of models of practice in social and health care including experience of delivering CBT based interventions Knowledge of interventions and strategies which embrace social and health care needs
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Sevenacres
Parkhurst Road
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 5TG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)