Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic Mental Health Staff Nurses to join the Acute Inpatient (working age) Mental Health Ward Team at the major Health facility on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.
The Unit is the only Acute Inpatient facility on the island of Guernsey, for working age patients experiencing severe symptoms requiring a period of inpatient stay.
The Unit aims to provide care in the least restrictive environment, reduce service users' vulnerability to crisis, maximize their resilience, and minimize hospital stay length by facilitating early discharge with active involvement in discharge planning.
Please note: Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system but has applied its own salary scale. The current Band 5 salary range is £38,744 to £49,970, plus an annual bonus of £1,605 and higher unsocial hours enhancements: 36% for evenings/Saturdays and 72% for Sundays/Public Holidays. Annual leave starts at 36 days, up to 42 days, with full credit for NHS service for annual and sick leave.
The Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands with a population of 65,000, boasts some of Britain's finest beaches, a mild and sunny climate, and a historic harbour town in St. Peter's Port, the island's capital.
This unique integrated health service offers a range of services, including diagnosing and treating patients in the acute hospital complex and supporting the wider community. Guernsey provides excellent care supported by modern equipment and highly recruited mental healthcare professionals.
Person requirements:
* Registered Mental Health Nurse with valid NMC Registration.
* A minimum of one year's post-graduate UK Acute Mental Health experience.
* Willingness to undertake further education or currently working towards it.
The benefits of working in Guernsey include:
* A higher-than-UK salary.
* A generous bonus scheme: £1,605 annually and an additional £3,000 at the end of years 2 & 4, with ongoing annual bonuses thereafter.
* A flat rate 20% income tax.
* No Council tax or VAT.
* A relocation payment of £5,000.*
* Three months' initial free accommodation.*
* On-site Staff Accommodation or a generous allowance for private rental.*
* A continental lifestyle, friendly people, and very low crime rates.
*Full T&C in relocation directive.
For an insight into Jarrodean as a consultancy and a summary of all current roles, visit jarrodean.com.
If this role is not suitable, remember we offer a generous £500 bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.
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