Registered Mental Health Nurse in Leicester inLeicester PUBLISHED MON 29 SEP 2025 Jump to job information section
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Registered Mental Health Nurse Job details Posting date: 29 September 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: Negotiable Hours: Full time Closing date: 24 December 2025 Location: Leicester, LE2 9FS Company: NHS Jobs Job type: Permanent Job reference: EApply for this job Summary Main duties of the role:- Always behave in a professional and discreet manner and in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code. Maintain confidentiality of documents, knowledge of residents and information obtained as pa of the role. Be competent and confident in managing people with long-term health conditions. Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for service users with complex needs. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for service users (as appropriate). Order supplies, maintain stock, ensure hygiene and cleanliness of equipment and environment and safeguard medication. Prioritize health problems and intervene appropriately to assist service users in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care. Recognize and work within own competence level Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of service user interaction and consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Support, manage and guide support workers on a daily basis. Maintain an awareness of the Health and Safety requirements. Always maintain client and business confidentiality Continual personal development to develop oneself and the role. In addition to these tasks, employees may at times be asked to carry out other reasonable duties as required by the service or line manager. Personal Specification:- UK registered nurse with significant post registration experience Ability to maintain and monitor high standards of care Ability to direct and co-ordinate programmes of care working autonomously and collaboratively Effective organisational skills Evidence of experience in embracing and implementing change to provide high quality health outcomes The ability to work in a changing, demanding and stressful situation Friendly and approachable Good presentation of self, enthusiastic, innovative and flexible Self-motivated, positive and committed Maintain accurate, comprehensive records of all consultations and treatment IT systems skills Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing Have the ability to work on own initiative, acknowledging limitations and recognizing when referral is needed.
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Useful skills for a Registered Mental Health Nurse:
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To work as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMHN) in the UK, you need a combination of professional qualifications, clinical skills, and interpersonal abilities. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Professional Skills:
1. Clinical Assessment Skills: Ability to assess mental health conditions and understand a patient's history, needs, and current situation.
2. Care Planning: Skills in developing and implementing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
3. Crisis Intervention: Techniques for managing acute situations, including de-escalation strategies and the application of therapeutic interventions.
4. Pharmacology Knowledge: Understanding of psychotropic medications, their effects, side effects, and protocols for administration.
5. Therapeutic Techniques: Knowledge of various therapeutic approaches (e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy) used in mental health.
Interpersonal Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. This includes active listening and compassionate dialogue.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and being sensitive to the feelings and experiences of patients, fostering a supportive environment.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
4. Cultural Competence: Awareness and understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds and how these affect mental health and treatment approaches.
Organizational Skills:
1. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a caseload efficiently in often high-pressure settings.
2. Record-Keeping: Competence in maintaining clear and accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
Professional Attributes:
1. Resilience: Ability to cope with the emotional demands of nursing and maintain professional boundaries.
2. Ethical Judgment: Understanding of ethical issues in mental health and the ability to make sound decisions.
3. Continuing Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing learning and development to stay current with best practices in mental health care.
Technical Skills:
1. IT Proficiency: Familiarity with electronic health records, data management systems, and telemedicine tools.
2. Risk Assessment and Management: Skills to identify and mitigate risks related to mental health crises and self-harm.
Qualifications:
To become a Registered Mental Health Nurse, you need to:
- Complete a recognized pre-registration nursing program, typically a degree in Mental Health Nursing.
- Register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK.

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