Registered Mental Health Nurse (Prison) - Manchester - Ongoing
Are you a skilled and compassionate Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with prison experience, ready to take on a new challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for you in Manchester!
Key Role Details:
1. Role: RMN
2. Band: 5
3. Location: Manchester
4. Duration: Initial 3 months (with potential for extension)
5. Schedule: Three days a week
6. Start Date: ASAP
7. Pay Rate: £34 per hour
A Day in the Life of an RMN in a Prison Setting:
As a mental health nurse working in a prison, you'll play a crucial role in supporting some of society's most vulnerable individuals. Every day will bring new challenges and opportunities to make a difference. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Assessing Mental Health Needs: Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand patients' mental health conditions, ensuring tailored care plans are in place.
2. Medication Administration: Deliver prescribed medications at scheduled times, ensuring compliance and addressing any related concerns or side effects.
3. Building Trusting Relationships: Engage in meaningful conversations with patients, offering support and empathy to help them navigate their mental health challenges.
4. Crisis Management: Provide immediate intervention during mental health crises, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the safety and well-being of the individual and others.
5. Risk Assessments: Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential harm to self or others, implementing appropriate safeguards within the prison environment.
6. Promoting Rehabilitation: Work collaboratively with prison staff to support the rehabilitation process, focusing on improving patients' mental health and preparing them for reintegration into society.
What You'll Need:
1. NMC Registration: Active registration as a mental health nurse.
2. Prison Clearance: Valid and up-to-date clearance to work within a prison setting.
3. Relevant Experience: Prior experience working in a prison or secure environment.
4. Strong Communication Skills: Ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
5. Adaptability: Capacity to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
6. Commitment to Care: A passion for delivering high-quality mental health support to those in need.
Ready to step into this rewarding role and make a difference? Apply now to join a team dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate mental health care.
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