Job summary
Are you passionate about mental health and committed to helping individuals on their recovery journey? Join our dedicated team at Rowan Ward, where you'll work within a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment that values teamwork, professional development, and patient-centred care.
Why Join Us?
Rowan Ward offers a dynamic and compassionate environment, accredited by AIMS, where every team member contributes to improving the quality of life for patients experiencing acute mental health problems. With access to ongoing training and development, this is a great opportunity for career growth while making a significant impact on patient care.
Main duties of the job
As a Mental Health Nurse on Rowan Ward, you will be a key member of our in-patient team, working within a recovery-focused mental health service. You'll collaborate with consultants, occupational therapists, psychologists, and community mental health teams to deliver outstanding care.
You'll take responsibility for the nursing care of our inpatients, ensuring that clinical interventions are organised efficiently and in line with clinical priorities. You will supervise and engage junior staff in patient activities and maintain clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues.
You will be expected to stay up-to-date with professional standards, working within the framework of the NMC code. The role involves working across different areas of the Trust when needed, and you'll be supported through continuous professional development opportunities, both internal and external.
About us
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Lead the clinical management of patients, assessing and implementing care plans.
- Provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff and healthcare support workers.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure high-quality patient care in line with professional standards.
- Administer prescribed medications and monitor patients' physical and mental well-being.
- Engage patients in therapeutic activities, providing emotional support and fostering a positive recovery-focused environment.
Please see the attached job description for full responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Lead the clinical management of patients, assessing and implementing care plans.
- Provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff and healthcare support workers.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure high-quality patient care in line with professional standards.
- Administer prescribed medications and monitor patients' physical and mental well-being.
- Engage patients in therapeutic activities, providing emotional support and fostering a positive recovery-focused environment.
Please see the attached job description for full responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Relevant degree or equivalent qualification
Desirable
- Teaching/Assessor qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in multi-agency services
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner.
- Show care and compassion and put the patient Centre.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Relevant degree or equivalent qualification
Desirable
- Teaching/Assessor qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in multi-agency services
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner.
- Show care and compassion and put the patient Centre.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
