Staff Nurse - Bank (RMN Only)
The closing date is 04 August 2025
Job summary
**Please note that we can currently only accept applications if you have a current valid NMC RMN Pin**
Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse looking for a more flexible work option, or to boost your income with additional shifts? If this sounds like you, come and join our Nursing Bank!
Mental health nurses in acute hospitals play a crucial role in providing care to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. They work as part of a multidisciplinary team, building relationships with patients and their families, administering medication, and helping patients understand their situations and treatment plans. They also play a vital role in advocating for patients' rights and ensuring their safety within the hospital environment.
In conclusion, mental health nurses in acute hospitals play a vital role in providing specialised care to individuals experiencing mental health crises. Their work is multifaceted, demanding, and requires a unique set of skills and attributes to effectively support patients and promote positive outcomes.
Main duties of the job
- To be responsible for assessing individual patient care needsand developing, implementing and evaluating plans of carefor a group of patients in accordance with agreed policies andprofessional guidelines.
- To take charge of the ward for a span of duty, normallyworking under the supervision of senior staff.
- To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
About us
We are an organisation that strives to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision ("To provide excellent care for the communities we serve") and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most - our patients and their families.
As a valued member of our Bank team we can also offer you:
- Weekly or monthly pay - you choose!
- Opportunities to work on different Wards throughout the Trust and gain experience in a variety of areas
- Priority booking over Agency workers
- Competitive rates of pay including enhanced pay for unsociable hours
- Easy to use online booking system for shifts - book in advance or at the last minute!
- Support for re-validation should you need it
- Paid Trust induction
- Access to the same training and progression opportunities as substantive staff
- Smooth transition to a permanent role should you wish to apply for one
- Option to join the NHS pension scheme
- Various local and national discounts through the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts
Details
Date posted
29 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum / pro rata
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
223-XSN-167-W
Job locations
PRH and RSH
Shrewsbury/Telford
SY2 6LG
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
PRH and RSH
Shrewsbury/Telford
SY2 6LG
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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