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Mental Health Nurse

£15.18 - £32 per hour

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) - Bedford

Job Title: Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Location: Bedford Hospital, South Wing, Kempston Road, MK42 9DJ

Band: Band 5

Contract Type: Temporary

Salary: Up to £32/hr

Shifts: Adhoc shifts, Early 07:00-14:15, Late 14:00-21:15

About You: Are you an experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) looking for a role with flexibility and competitive pay?

Medacs Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join the Bedfordshire NHS team. As a Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to patients with various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, eating disorders, paranoia, psychosis, schizophrenia, and more. Your responsibilities will include forming trusting relationships with patients, monitoring their physical and mental health, administering medications, and offering emotional support.

Key responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored support plans for patients based on their specific diagnosis.
  • Arrange ongoing, long-term support for patients' post-care.
  • Build trusting relationships with patients, offering advice and reassurance.
  • Collaborate with doctors, therapists, psychiatrists, and social workers to develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Advise relatives and carers on patient conditions, treatment, and progress.
  • Keep medical records up to date.
  • Conduct standard physical health checks and administer medications.
  • Discuss available therapies, support networks, and social activities to improve mental health and wellbeing.
  • Manage workloads and shift patterns.
  • Promote mental health initiatives and reduce stigma associated with mental health.
  • Stay updated with mental health best practices and theories.

Essential Qualifications:

We are looking a Registered Mental Health Nurse (Band 5) with:

  • NMC Registration.
  • At least 2 years post-graduate experience.
  • 6 months recent NHS experience within the last 3 years.
  • The ability to pass an enhanced background check.

Benefits of working with Medacs Healthcare:

  • Access to Care4Carers support service for mental health and wellbeing.
  • Flexible Working: Create a work-life balance with flexible shifts to suit your needs.
  • Large NHS client portfolio: Secure shifts to suit you across multiple NHS trusts, settings, and services throughout the UK.
  • 24/7 Support: Benefit from a dedicated consultant and revalidation support.
  • Development Opportunities: Access training and support packages to enhance your skills.

If you are an experienced and skilled Registered Mental Health Nurse (Band 5) r eady to make a difference, apply today.

How to Apply:

Call: Natalie Wakeling View phone number on medacs.com or email: View email address on medacs.com

Please apply online using the form below and attach a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, we cannot process applications for candidates who cannot provide evidence of a UK right to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Vacancy posted 18 hours ago
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