Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join Elysium Healthcare as a Lead Nurse at their Reene House facility in Newport, Wales. As a senior member of the nursing team, you will have the chance to lead and guide a team of nurses in providing exceptional care to vulnerable individuals. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development and growth.
Main duties of the job
As a Lead Nurse at Reene House, you will be responsible for providing clinical leadership to the hospital-wide nursing team, promoting and safeguarding the well-being and interests of all service users, employees, and visitors. You will ensure that high standards of patient care are maintained within the parameters of operational policies and governing legislation. The role involves a range of responsibilities, including managing resources within budget allocation, supervising senior nurses, and liaising directly with customers and contracts. You will also have the opportunity to participate in the Senior Nurse on-call arrangement and deputize for the Unit Manager as needed.
About us
Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health, neurological, learning disabilities, and autism services in England and Wales. With over 90 services and 8,000 employees, the organisation is part of the global Ramsay Health Care network, which extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people. Elysium Healthcare is committed to delivering exceptional care and supporting the development and growth of its employees.
Details
Date posted
18 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£38,881 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
Job locations
Elysium Healthcare
Newport
NP19 0RJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a Senior Nurse looking for a new opportunity to work in an organisation that will help you to develop and achieve your goals to become the best you can be? If so, join the team at Reene House as a Lead Nurse and change lives for the better.
As a senior member of the nursing team, you will have experience within a similar setting from the NHS and/or Private Care. You will lead and guide a team of nurses to provide exceptional care.
Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
What you will be doing
As a qualified RMN/RNLD/RGN you will provide a high profile, visible clinical leadership to the hospital wide nursing team. You will promote and safeguard the well-being and interests of all service users, employees and visitors. You will ensure that standards of patient care are maintained at all times within the parameters of operational policies and governing legislation.
No two days are the same, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, but also a good amount of routine.
There are also career development opportunities, with a huge range of courses that will help you grow and succeed. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, we can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.
Other responsibilities:
* To actively promote multidisciplinary working.
* Participate in the Senior Nurse on call arrangement
* Provide the Director of Nurses with relevant, accurate and timely information required for effective decision making
* Leadership of Nursing Services ensuring highest possible professional standards
* Management of resources within budget allocation
* Supervision of senior nurses
* Direct involvement in the preadmission assessment process
* Direct customer and contract liaison in conjunction with the unit manager
* Deputising for the Unit Manager
* To comply with individual responsibilities of relevant legislation
Things that you will have:
* RMN, RNMH or RGN
* Post Graduate qualification at degree level relevant to healthcare
* Management qualification (DMS or equivalent preferred)
* Registered Nurse RMN/RMNH
* Budgetary and financial management
* Project management
* 2 years operational
* Management at senior level
Where you will be working
Location: Reene House, Lliswerry, Newport, Wales, NP19 0RJ The service provides a setting that supports individuals to lead a full and valued life. Staff support each person to achieve as much independence as they can. Staff offer a maximum possible choice in activities of daily living and the team embrace diversity and each person's own unique potential. The service provides a safe environment with dedicated nursing and support staff who work to maintain each person's citizenship and cultural beliefs. All meals are provided, and special dietary requirements are catered for.
What You'll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
* Annual base salary of £38,881
* The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
* Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
* Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub
* Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
* Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
* Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
* Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
* 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
* Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
* Pension contribution, to help secure your future
* subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking
About us:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a Senior Nurse looking for a new opportunity to work in an organisation that will help you to develop and achieve your goals to become the best you can be? If so, join the team at Reene House as a Lead Nurse and change lives for the better.
As a senior member of the nursing team, you will have experience within a similar setting from the NHS and/or Private Care. You will lead and guide a team of nurses to provide exceptional care.
Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
What you will be doing
As a qualified RMN/RNLD/RGN you will provide a high profile, visible clinical leadership to the hospital wide nursing team. You will promote and safeguard the well-being and interests of all service users, employees and visitors. You will ensure that standards of patient care are maintained at all times within the parameters of operational policies and governing legislation.
No two days are the same, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, but also a good amount of routine.
There are also career development opportunities, with a huge range of courses that will help you grow and succeed. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, we can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.
Other responsibilities:
* To actively promote multidisciplinary working.
* Participate in the Senior Nurse on call arrangement
* Provide the Director of Nurses with relevant, accurate and timely information required for effective decision making
* Leadership of Nursing Services ensuring highest possible professional standards
* Management of resources within budget allocation
* Supervision of senior nurses
* Direct involvement in the preadmission assessment process
* Direct customer and contract liaison in conjunction with the unit manager
* Deputising for the Unit Manager
* To comply with individual responsibilities of relevant legislation
Things that you will have:
* RMN, RNMH or RGN
* Post Graduate qualification at degree level relevant to healthcare
* Management qualification (DMS or equivalent preferred)
* Registered Nurse RMN/RMNH
* Budgetary and financial management
* Project management
* 2 years operational
* Management at senior level
Where you will be working
Location: Reene House, Lliswerry, Newport, Wales, NP19 0RJ The service provides a setting that supports individuals to lead a full and valued life. Staff support each person to achieve as much independence as they can. Staff offer a maximum possible choice in activities of daily living and the team embrace diversity and each person's own unique potential. The service provides a safe environment with dedicated nursing and support staff who work to maintain each person's citizenship and cultural beliefs. All meals are provided, and special dietary requirements are catered for.
What You'll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
* Annual base salary of £38,881
* The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
* Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
* Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub
* Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
* Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
* Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
* Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
* 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
* Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
* Pension contribution, to help secure your future
* subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking
About us:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* To be successful in this role, you will need to be a Registered Mental Nurse (RMN), Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (RNLD), or Registered General Nurse (RGN) with a post-graduate qualification at degree level relevant to healthcare. A management qualification (such as a Diploma in Management Studies or equivalent) is preferred, as is experience in budgetary and financial management, project management, and at least 2 years of operational management at a senior level.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* To be successful in this role, you will need to be a Registered Mental Nurse (RMN), Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (RNLD), or Registered General Nurse (RGN) with a post-graduate qualification at degree level relevant to healthcare. A management qualification (such as a Diploma in Management Studies or equivalent) is preferred, as is experience in budgetary and financial management, project management, and at least 2 years of operational management at a senior level.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Newport
NP19 0RJ
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Employer name
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Newport
NP19 0RJ
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