Exciting new job opening for RMN OR RNLD Charge Nurse to work leading providers of independent specialist secure and step-down care across the UK.  AS a Charge nurse you will be working on low secure ward which provide mental care for patients.

The successful candidate for this job will be offered an excellent salary of £35,805 per annum plus other great benefits.

Our Ward Charge Nurse - role involves:

• Being a clinical lead and a clear leader for the Nursing team and managing shifts
• Providing high quality care in our low secure and medium secure wards, with patients suffering from Enduring Mental Illness; Personality disorder  and acute episodes of illness
• Developing therapeutic relationships to optimise patient engagement
• Following all codes of conduct, standards and legislation, respecting the rights of others and promoting ethical practice
• Contributing to patient assessments, compiling a plan of care alongside the individual, and monitoring patient progress
• Mentoring and supporting student nurses and other members of the team
• Promoting professional development within the team
• Supporting the Ward Manager to ensure the patients receive the highest standard of care

Qualifications/Experience

 To be successful as Charge Nurse, you’ll need:

• A RMN or RNLD qualification
• A keen desire to work in a challenging specialist field
• Experience in a secure forensic environment is desirable
• The ability to assess and teach junior staff
• A proven ability to co-ordinate care, prioritise tasks and manage Health & Safety issues
• The drive to learn and develop

Reference ID: 1197

For more information call Beth Collins on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [email protected]