Job summary We are currently recruiting to our Trust Temporary Staffing Team - Bank on Us and we are seeking experienced Registered Mental Health Nurses. Applicants must have a minimum of 12 months post graduate experience in a Mental Health setting in the UK. You must work well in a team and be reliable and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills, as well as adaptable and flexible to changing situations, working within Trust policies and the NMC Code of Conduct. We have a variety of requirements across our hospitals although mainly on the St Peter's site in Chertsey, from working on the paediatric wards supporting children and young people typically with eating disorders, providing specialist nursing support to patients under section within the hospital's adult wards or the Emergency Department. This can include providing specialist one to one support. The Trust also receives patients from Bronzefield prison on occasion and we welcome applications from those with experience in the prison setting. To undertake shifts in the paediatric setting we are seeking applicants with CAMH's experience. Once you have completed the Bank Pre-Registration process you will be booked to attend the Trust's Induction Programme, this is approx. 5/6 days. This commitment is required to support and enhance your current skills and knowledge. For further information regarding the role please contact Lisa Punter Lead Nurse Workforce via e-mail to lisa.punternhs.net Main duties of the job Undertaking shifts as a Bank Registered Nurse on a temporary basis in a ward / department within the hospital setting. Working effectively and efficiently and in collaboration with the multi professional teams to deliver high quality and individualised patient care to allocated patients providing mental health care and support, for each clinical area you work on. Clinical duties, across a range of clinical settings, include providing one to one enhanced care for patients requiring support and supervision including patients waiting mental health assessment, psychosis, dementia and delirium care. About us Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey. We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care. We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures. We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition: Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement On-site Nurseries On-site staff cafes On-site parking Support in career development Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible. For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org Date posted 04 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary Depending on experience Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 323-NM7205-SS Job locations St Peter's Hospital Guildford Road Chertsey KT16 0PZ Job description Job responsibilities Working as a Bank Registered Mental Health Nurse in a variety of wards / departments within the hospital setting. Carry out assigned tasks involved with direct patient care whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients. This will be whilst demonstrating excellent care, compassion and communication, working alongside the multidisciplinary team, incorporating: Delivering high quality direct patient care Following patient admission/transfer/discharge processes Providing specialist nursing care in regard to patients mental health Maintaining a safe environment Medication administration Care planning, implementation and evaluation Communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary team, patients and their carers Maintain best practice, ensuring compliance with evidence-based practice and research Accountable to nurse in charge of each shift and supporting junior colleagues Maintain skills, knowledge and competencies adhering to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, and the Trusts policies and procedures See full job description for full details Job description Job responsibilities Working as a Bank Registered Mental Health Nurse in a variety of wards / departments within the hospital setting. Carry out assigned tasks involved with direct patient care whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients. This will be whilst demonstrating excellent care, compassion and communication, working alongside the multidisciplinary team, incorporating: Delivering high quality direct patient care Following patient admission/transfer/discharge processes Providing specialist nursing care in regard to patients mental health Maintaining a safe environment Medication administration Care planning, implementation and evaluation Communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary team, patients and their carers Maintain best practice, ensuring compliance with evidence-based practice and research Accountable to nurse in charge of each shift and supporting junior colleagues Maintain skills, knowledge and competencies adhering to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, and the Trusts policies and procedures See full job description for full details Person Specification Qualifications Essential Essential NMC Registration Evidence of post graduate continuing professional development Experience Essential 12 months post graduate experience in a mental health setting Skills Essential Effective communication, Good IT/Computer skills Caring, compassionate and empathetic. Other requirements Essential Please confirm you are residing in the UK with a valid right to work document. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Essential NMC Registration Evidence of post graduate continuing professional development Experience Essential 12 months post graduate experience in a mental health setting Skills Essential Effective communication, Good IT/Computer skills Caring, compassionate and empathetic. Other requirements Essential Please confirm you are residing in the UK with a valid right to work document. 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). Additional information 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 Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address St Peter's Hospital Guildford Road Chertsey KT16 0PZ Employer's website https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)