Job summary
Are you a resilient RMN seeking a role where your skills truly make a profound difference?
Step into a unique and rewarding environment as a Prison Mental Health Nurse with our team at HMP Sutton. This is more than a job; it's a chance to deliver exceptional, patient-focused care to a vulnerable and complex population, often when they are at their most critical point of need.
You will be an essential part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team, assessing needs, building therapeutic relationships, and providing specialist interventions that can change lives. We offer unrivalled opportunities for professional growth in a challenging yet highly supportive setting.
If you are a confident, compassionate, and non-judgmental professional ready to use your expertise where it is needed most, we want to hear from you.
4 days across 7 days - 37 hours 08:00am -19:00pm
Main duties of the job
As a Prison RMN, your core duties will involve conducting comprehensive mental health assessments and formulating effective, person-centred care plans. You will manage a defined caseload, providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions, from crisis de-escalation to longer-term support. A key part of your role will be to safely administer and manage medication, working closely with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure seamless care. You will also be responsible for maintaining high-standard clinical documentation and contributing to risk assessments, all within the unique and dynamic prison environment.
About us
At Tehy Care Group, we connect dedicated healthcare professionals like you with the most impactful roles across the UK. We pride ourselves on being more than just a recruiter; we are your career partner.
Specialising in prison healthcare, we offer exclusive opportunities within secure environments. Our team understands the unique challenges and immense rewards of this specialty. You'll be supported by dedicated consultants who provide seamless placement, continuous support, and expert guidance.
We champion your growth, offering competitive rates, a flexible schedule, and access to ongoing training. Join us to build a rewarding career where your skills are valued and your professional development is our priority.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high-quality, evidence-based mental health nursing care to patients within a prison environment. The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for a defined caseload, working autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT). The role requires a resilient, non-judgmental, and proactive professional capable of delivering compassionate care in a complex and secure setting.
2. Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Practice:
Conduct comprehensive, person-centred mental health assessments, including risk assessments.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised care plans in collaboration with patients and the MDT.
Provide a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including crisis intervention, brief solution-focused therapy, and psycho-education.
Safely administer and manage medication, in accordance with NMC guidelines and local policies.
Monitor and report on patient progress, maintaining accurate and timely electronic health records.
Triage mental health needs and respond effectively to emergencies.
Professional Responsibilities:
Maintain professional registration with the NMC and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct.
Act as a named nurse for a defined caseload, ensuring continuity of care.
Participate in clinical supervision, reflective practice, and mandatory training.
Contribute to the MDT, sharing information and expertise to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
Work collaboratively with prison staff, external healthcare providers, and other agencies.
Safety and Security:
Maintain a safe therapeutic environment while adhering to all prison security protocols.
Understand and work within the constraints of a Category A prison setting.
Escalate security or clinical concerns promptly to the appropriate manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high-quality, evidence-based mental health nursing care to patients within a prison environment. The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for a defined caseload, working autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT). The role requires a resilient, non-judgmental, and proactive professional capable of delivering compassionate care in a complex and secure setting.
2. Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Practice:
Conduct comprehensive, person-centred mental health assessments, including risk assessments.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised care plans in collaboration with patients and the MDT.
Provide a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including crisis intervention, brief solution-focused therapy, and psycho-education.
Safely administer and manage medication, in accordance with NMC guidelines and local policies.
Monitor and report on patient progress, maintaining accurate and timely electronic health records.
Triage mental health needs and respond effectively to emergencies.
Professional Responsibilities:
Maintain professional registration with the NMC and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct.
Act as a named nurse for a defined caseload, ensuring continuity of care.
Participate in clinical supervision, reflective practice, and mandatory training.
Contribute to the MDT, sharing information and expertise to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
Work collaboratively with prison staff, external healthcare providers, and other agencies.
Safety and Security:
Maintain a safe therapeutic environment while adhering to all prison security protocols.
Understand and work within the constraints of a Category A prison setting.
Escalate security or clinical concerns promptly to the appropriate manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a valid NMC pin.
- Substantial post-registration experience working in an adult mental health setting.
- Experience in conducting mental health and risk assessments.
- Proven ability to manage a caseload autonomously.
- Essential: Successful applicants must obtain and maintain HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) clearance, including Counter-Terrorism Check (CTC) and Category A prison clearance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a valid NMC pin.
- Substantial post-registration experience working in an adult mental health setting.
- Experience in conducting mental health and risk assessments.
- Proven ability to manage a caseload autonomously.
- Essential: Successful applicants must obtain and maintain HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) clearance, including Counter-Terrorism Check (CTC) and Category A prison clearance
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).
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