Registered Mental Health Nurse in Winsford inWinsford PUBLISHED WED 4 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section

£16.83 to £20.58 an hour PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

Alternative Futures Group rvCRFGiy

Job description

Job summary

As a leading Learning Disability and Mental Health Charity, we provide healthcare and support for people with serious mental illness along a recovery pathway influenced by a psychosocial intervention framework.

We ensure the people we support can move along a pathway towards independence at their own pace and build their coping and lifestyle skills gradually within a therapeutic environment.

We value our people and truly believe in making a difference through the service we provide.

As well as working within a great team and within a great culture, you can expect to earn a competitive salary ranging from £17.51 - £21.41 per hour dependent upon experience as well as an annual holiday allowance of 33 days inclusive of bank holidays.

Salary based on post-qualification experience, pro rata depending on actual working hours -

£34,144 per annum (£17.51 per hour) As a preceptorship nurse
£36,679 per annum (£18.81 per hour) At the end of your preceptorship or for those with up to 2 years post-preceptorship experience
£41,749 per annum (£21.41 per hour) For individuals with 2 years or more post-qualification experience

Main duties of the job

Responsibilities include: -

To take charge of the service in the absence of the Clinical Lead and Senior Nurse Practitioner to ensure its smooth running and that standards of care are maintained

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes with service users, and to ensure that support is provided in accordance with individual plans for the people we support

To establish and maintain good relationships between the people we support, relatives and staff

To ensure the delivery of an individualised treatment plan for the people we support

To deliver on medication management as per the company Policies and Procedures for Medicine Management, NMC and The Care Quality Commission

An interest in mental health rehabilitation and promoting independence would help, however, skills can be transferred across from other professional training.

You may be involved in clinical reviews with our Responsible Clinician and liaise with GPs, MDTS and families. A full Supervision/Appraisal approach will be available. Daily support and guidance is available from peers and supervisors.

About us
In line with Alternative Futures Group mission, vision and values the job holder will provide
effective operational/clinical leadership and management to achieve the delivery of operational
business objectives and plans. Demonstrating through evidence that the services we provide create
a world where the people we support control their own lives.
Dimensions:
Professional working relationships with:
Advanced Practitioners
Multi-disciplinary team
Head of Quality & Compliance
Quality Improvement Manager
Investigations & Compliance Manager
Practice supervision of frontline staff working to deliver the clinical programme in line with the supervision framework and organisational standards.
Key Results Areas
Growth
Support the Registered Manager on local projects, innovations and modernisation
within the services
Financial
To ensure all service delivery is provided using economical consideration.
To demonstrate value for money and to make recommendations for expenditure.
Quality
To ensure service delivery complies with relevant legislative requirements and to
adhere to systems in place that ensure qualitative outcomes for service users.
To ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory service delivery requirements and
to operate services in accordance with relevant legislation.
To adhere to systems in place to meet all information requirements and to comply
within the AFG Performance Management Framework.
Respond to analysed data from the Performance Management Framework identifying
potential risks and take appropriate action to ensure compliance.
To ensure services are delivered in line with Corporate Governance and meet the
qualitative requirements.
To manage the performance of individuals through supervision, appraisal, disciplinary and
grievance procedures.
People
To work effectively with the Registered Manager to deliver a culture that is based on the
principles of PSI/PCP
To provide effective leadership and clear direction to Support staff, including
Ancillary staff.
To act as the Named Nurse for a designated number of service users.
To compile reports and presentations as required.
To promote and encourage the application of Best Practice in service area.
To support staff and service delivery by leading, motivating and challenging
inappropriate practice.
To ensure at all times that service delivery remains fit for purpose.
To ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation and to operate services that
promotes the safeguarding of adults and children where relevant.
To uphold and promote equality and diversity in employment processes.
Responsibilities common to all AFG Nurses
To take responsibility for operational service delivery in the absence of the Manager
and Deputy.
Establish, maintain and develop professional working relationships with colleagues.
To contribute generally to the development of quality services.
To uphold the values, mission and vision of AFG at all times.
To adhere to AFG policies and procedures and to operate within the law at all times.
To demonstrate continuous professional development, encouraging others to do the same and to operate within the AFG performance management framework.
To comply with Equality and Diversity policy
To comply with the Code of Conduct.
To represent the organisation in a professional capacity whilst working alongside other Primary and Secondary Care professionals
To ensure effective and safe medication management.
To support and undertake clinical risk assessment and to manage within agreed guidelines /protocols.
To ensure that your own clinical professional practice is kept up to date.
To respond appropriately to complaints and compliments in line with AFG policy.
To work flexibly in accordance with organisational need.
To travel within the operational business area of AFG
Attendance at mandatory and developmental training.
To disseminate corporate messages, feeding back issues and recognising staff achievement.
To work in accordance with AFG competency framework demonstrating competence in the following areas:
Communication
Customer Focus
Empowerment
Initiative
Leadership
Continuous Improvement
Infection Control
All employees are required to be familiar with and comply with infection prevention and control
policies relevant to their area of work.
Health & Safety
You have a legal responsibility not to endanger yourself, your fellow employees and others by your individual acts or omissions. The post holder is required to comply with the requirements of any policy or procedure issued in respect of minimising the risk of injury or disease. All accidents must be reported to your Line Manager and in line with the general philosophy of the organisation. As such, all staff are required to work in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act.
Confidentiality
As a member of staff for Alternative Futures Group you are expected to uphold the principles of confidentiality and protect all information from inappropriate disclosure. This is particularly important where the information is of a personal or sensitive nature. Alternative Futures Group has developed procedural guidance to support staff in understanding their responsibilities regarding confidentiality and disclosure which must be adhered to at all times.
Please Note: All employees should be aware that due to the nature of work Alternative Futures Group undertakes there are elements of risk relating to behaviours that may be described as challenging and moving and handling. Appropriate training will be offered and staff will be required to participate. There may be a risk due to passive smoking.

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Useful skills for a Registered Mental Health Nurse: Click to view

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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