About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a motivated, compassionate and experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join our GP practice in a new part-time role, working three days per week.
This is an exciting opportunity for a mental health professional to help develop and deliver high-quality, patient-centred mental health care within a primary care setting. The successful candidate will work closely with our GPs, practice nursing team, administrative colleagues and external mental health services to improve access to support and promote positive outcomes for patients.
The role will have a particular focus on supporting patients with severe mental illness (SMI), undertaking structured mental health reviews, developing and reviewing care plans, supporting medication-related monitoring and working collaboratively with other professionals involved in patients' care.
We are looking for someone who is approachable, organised and confident working with patients experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. The successful candidate will be able to work autonomously within their professional competence while recognising when advice, supervision or escalation is required.
Previous experience in any relevant mental health setting will be considered. Experience of working within primary care would be beneficial but is not essential, as support will be provided to help the successful candidate develop within the role.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will:
Undertake structured mental health reviews for patients with severe mental illness, ensuring appropriate documentation, follow-up and onward referrals.
Carry out mental health assessments within their competence, identifying changes in presentation, clinical concerns and potential risks.
Develop, implement and review individualised mental health care plans in collaboration with patients, carers where appropriate, GPs and relevant services.
Support appropriate medication monitoring and medication reviews in collaboration with the prescribing clinician.
Identify safeguarding concerns and follow practice policies and statutory requirements.
Provide support and signposting for patients experiencing substance misuse difficulties, working with specialist services where appropriate.
Liaise with community mental health teams, psychiatrists, social care, substance misuse services and other relevant agencies.
Promote continuity of care, self-management, recovery and patient engagement.
Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records.
Contribute to the ongoing development of mental health services within the practice.
About us
At The Hill Surgery we provide the care for our patients, that we would want for ourselves.
We provide personal, professional and person-centred care to our patients. We use effective technology to ensure patients can access services, receive timely triage, treatment and referral to meet their needs.We work with our patients to empower them to take control and to manage their own healthcare, by understanding and responding to their needs and involving them in decision making about their care wherever possible.We will create and maintain an educational environment where staff can promote and share learning and best practice. All members of staff are given the opportunity to receive training to ensure they are competently skilled to carry out their duties.We provide a safe and friendly environment for our staff to work and for our patients to attend for their healthcare. Staff can approach the senior management team with queries, obtain clarification, training and undertake their roles with confidence. We have a zero tolerance policy to all forms of abuse.
Job description Job responsibilities
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated and experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join our GP practice in a new role, working three days per week. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.
The successful candidate will play an important role in developing and delivering high-quality, patient-centred mental health care within primary care. Working closely with GPs, the wider practice team and external mental health services, the postholder will support patients with a range of mental health needs, with a particular focus on those with severe mental illness (SMI).
Key Responsibilities
Undertake structured mental health reviews for patients on the practice's SMI register, ensuring appropriate monitoring, documentation and follow-up.
Carry out mental health assessments within professional competence, identifying changes in presentation, clinical concerns and potential risks.
Develop, implement and review personalised care plans in partnership with patients and relevant healthcare professionals.
Support medication reviews and monitoring in collaboration with GPs and authorised prescribing clinicians, identifying side effects or concerns and escalating appropriately.
Undertake relevant physical health monitoring associated with mental health conditions and treatments where trained and competent.
Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, following relevant legislation, local procedures and practice policies.
Provide appropriate support and signposting for patients experiencing substance misuse difficulties, liaising with specialist services where required.
Work collaboratively with community mental health teams, psychiatrists, crisis services, social care and other relevant organisations to promote continuity of care.
Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records in accordance with professional standards and practice procedures.
Contribute to service development, clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives to improve mental health care within the practice.
Person Specification
Essential requirements:
Current NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN).
Experience working in a relevant mental health setting.
Knowledge of mental health assessment, care planning, severe mental illness and risk management.
Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently within professional competence and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
A compassionate, patient-centred and non-judgemental approach.
Desirable requirements:
Experience working in primary care or a GP surgery.
Experience undertaking SMI reviews and supporting patients with complex mental health needs.
Experience of medication monitoring, physical health checks and liaison with external mental health services.
Additional relevant training in safeguarding, risk assessment, substance misuse or mental health care.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a registered mental health nurse to contribute to the development of mental health services within general practice. The successful candidate will help improve patient access, promote recovery and self-management, and support the delivery of safe, effective and coordinated care.
The postholder will work within their professional scope of practice, agreed clinical protocols and supervision arrangements, maintaining current NMC registration and complying with the NMC Code and relevant practice policies.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
The postholder must maintain appropriate professional registration and work within their competence, agreed clinical protocols and professional responsibilities. Clinical supervision, referral pathways, caseload expectations and escalation arrangements will be agreed with the practice. The postholder will not be expected to undertake activities for which they have not received appropriate training, demonstrated competence or obtained the necessary authorisation. This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role and may be reviewed in consultation with the postholder to reflect the changing needs of the practice.
Qualifications Essential
Current NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN). Experience working in a relevant mental health setting. Knowledge of mental health assessment, care planning and ongoing patient support. Understanding of severe mental illness and associated physical health needs. Understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment and appropriate escalation. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals. Ability to maintain accurate clinical records and manage confidential information. Ability to work independently within agreed protocols and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Good organisational, prioritisation and time-management skills. Compassionate, professional and non-judgemental approach to patient care.
Desirable
Experience working in primary care or a GP surgery. Experience undertaking structured SMI reviews. Experience supporting patients with complex mental and physical health needs. Experience of medication monitoring and physical health checks for patients with mental health conditions. Experience liaising with community mental health teams and substance misuse services. Additional relevant training in mental health assessment, safeguarding, suicide prevention or substance misuse. Non-medical prescribing qualification, where relevant to the agreed responsibilities of the post.
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 The Hill Surgery
Address Ore Clinic
407 Old London Road
Hastings
East Sussex
TN35 5BH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.thehillsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)