Job Title: Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
Location: Mental Health Service
Reports to: Charge Nurse
Salary: £35,000 - £39,000 per annum
Job Purpose
To deliver high-quality, safe, and person-centred mental health nursing care as part of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will assess, plan, implement, and review care, ensuring compliance with the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, NMC Code, and organisational policies.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver prescribed nursing care to a defined caseload in partnership with patients and the MDT
Assess, plan, implement, and review care plans, including risk, physical health, and engagement plans
Act as Named Nurse, maintaining regular therapeutic contact with patients
Ensure care plans reflect patient choice, consent, and capacity
Monitor patient progress and respond appropriately to changes in mental or physical health
Administer and manage medication in line with Medicines Management policies and NMC standards
Contribute to ward rounds, CPA meetings, and MDT discussions
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records
Support, supervise, and delegate tasks to healthcare assistants as appropriate
Promote a safe environment and adhere to safeguarding, health & safety, and infection control procedures
Clinical Governance & Compliance
Work within the Mental Health Act 1983/2007 and Mental Capacity Act 2005
Adhere to CQC standards, organisational policies, and confidentiality requirements
Participate in audits, risk assessments, and incident reporting as required
Leadership & Development
Participate in supervision, appraisal, and revalidation
Undertake mandatory and role-specific training
Support and mentor junior staff where required
Person Specification
Essential:
Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with active NMC registration
Minimum 6-12 months post-registration experience
Good knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and NMC Code
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care
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