About this role
Job summary
Located in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, Priory Hospital Lincolnshire is a low secure unit for males with mental health conditions. It offers support to those who are detained under the Mental Health Act (MHA).
Main duties of the job
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
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 patients 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 patients condition and needs.Deal proactively and effectively with suggestions and complaints from patients and their families / carers.
About us
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.
All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
Job description Job responsibilities
Priory Hospital Lincolnshire is looking to recruit a Staff Nurse RMN to join the team. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours a week.
Person Specification
Requirements Essential
The ideal candidate will be a qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with 612 months of post-registration experience, holding an active NMC registration and having successfully completed a preceptorship programme. They will possess a strong understanding of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional practices, alongside evidence of ongoing continuing professional development. Candidates should demonstrate a positive attitude and a commitment to change, improvement, and high-quality care, with the ability to adopt flexible and innovative approaches to practice. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. Applicants should also have a minimum of six months post-registration experience within a Mental Health or Learning Disabilities care environment, supported by continued professional development within a relevant field.
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 Priory Healthcare
Address Priory Hospital Lincolnshire
Dog Kennel Lane, Glentworth
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 5UD
Employer's website https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)