Locum Band 5 and Band 6 RMN (Registered Mental Health Nurse)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality care and support to individuals with mental health conditions, including those with severe mental illnesses, challenging behaviours, and complex needs.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans for patients under your care, ensuring they are individualised and recovery-focused.
• Administer medications, monitoring the effects and side effects as appropriate.
• Respond effectively to crises and provide support in de-escalating challenging behaviour.

• Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including psychologists, doctors, social workers, and occupational therapists, to provide integrated care.
• Attend team meetings, report on patient progress, and share insights about care plans and treatment outcomes.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of patient care and progress, following legal and ethical standards.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and ensure that any changes in the patient's condition are promptly reported and addressed.

• Support patients in their journey towards recovery by advocating for their rights, promoting independence, and enhancing their quality of life.
• Ensure that patients are treated with dignity and respect and support them in maintaining a positive mental state.

• Ensure all practice complies with current regulations, including the Mental Health Act and NMC Code of Conduct.
• Safeguard vulnerable individuals by following safeguarding protocols and reporting any concerns in a timely manner.

• Work on an ad-hoc basis, picking up shifts based on availability and demand. Shifts include days, nights, and weekends.
• Be prepared to work in various healthcare settings, including inpatient units, crisis care, and community services.

Skills & Qualifications Required:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a valid NMC registration.
• Proven experience in mental health settings, preferably in a variety of settings such as acute inpatient, community, and crisis teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of current mental health legislation and guidelines, including the Mental Health Act.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the demands of ad-hoc shifts.
• Must be able to travel between different locations in Greater Manchester.