Overview
Registered Mental Health Nurse - Bank only role at Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking to recruit Registered Mental Health Nurses to work on a flexible basis within our mental health services. Availability of bank work may fluctuate and there is no commitment to specific hours of work; applications are sought from individuals who can offer regular and consistent support. This is an opportunity to work with a team of nurses and practitioners committed to patient-centered care.
Job responsibilities
* Essential: Registered Mental Health Nurse or Learning Disabilities Nurse with current NMC Registration
* Diploma/ Degree in Nursing
* Experience of complex mental health problems
* Good working knowledge of the Mental Health Act
* Good working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act/DoLs
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Understanding of pre-registration curriculum
* Evidence of ongoing professional development
* Understanding of change management
* High level of interpersonal and communication skills
* Team working skills
* Ability to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate quality care
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
* Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues
* Work as part of MDT
* IT skills/knowledge appropriate to the role
* Desirable: Participate in audit
* Recent relevant experience
* Knowledge and experience of Older Peoples Mental Health
About Us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead. Established in 2005, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust now employs around 4,800 staff and provides 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region. Our values are Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
Details
* Date posted: 24 September 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 5
* Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year
* Contract: Bank
* Working pattern: Flexible working
* Location: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Gateshead, NE9 6SX
Qualifications
Essential
* NMC registration
Physical requirements
* Ability to move and handle safely
Skills, Attributes and Knowledge
* Evidence of ongoing CPD/ professional development
* Ability to maintain effective communication verbally and in writing
* Ability to work within MDT
* Demonstrable interpersonal skills
* Experience of complex mental health issues
* Good working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act/DoLs
Disclosure and Barring Service checks and UK registration information are included as standard employment requirements.
Employer: Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Gateshead, NE9 6SX
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