RMN; Registered Mental Health Nurse

Purpose

The Band 5 Staff Nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality, safe, and effective nursing care to patients within an NHS Trust hospital setting. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while maintaining professional standards in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct. The role requires the nurse to support patient recovery, promote health and wellbeing, and ensure compassionate, person-centred care at all times.

• Provide holistic care to patients with a range of medical, surgical, or complex health needs.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, monitor clinical observations, and recognise early signs of deterioration.
• Administer medications safely in accordance with Trust policies and ensure accurate documentation of all care delivered.
• Work collaboratively with doctors, allied health professionals, healthcare assistants, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Contribute to ward rounds, care planning meetings, and discharge planning to ensure patients receive appropriate ongoing support following hospital treatment.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards, ensure patient safety, and adhere to safeguarding procedures where concerns arise.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality in all interactions.