Job summary
- Main area
- Mental health
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Bank: 0 days (Pro rata)
- Hours
- Part time
- Other
- Job ref
- 070-BRMN-0825
- Employer
- Powys Teaching Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Bronllys
- Town
- Bronllys
- Salary
- £31,516 - £38,364 pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 04/09/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Bank - Registered Mental Health Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 5
Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.
Job overview
SPONSORSHIP
Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed.
To work as a Registered Mental Health Nurse in the in-patient setting of the Mental Health Ward as directed.
The post holder will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude to working with people with complex mental health needs and work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will manage their own caseload of patients, and act as an
expert resource in the care and treatment of patients experiencing a range of mental health problems relevant to the area of practice.
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will work closely with the clinical lead, Ward Manager and local clinical teams. Operational management will be provided by the Ward Manager and professional accountability will be ensured through regular supervision with the clinical lead. We care for our patients 7 days a week, 24 hours a day so you will need to have the flexibility to take part in a full shift system including nights, bank holidays and weekend working.
Working for our organisation
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Registered Mental Health Professional Nurse Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Health Act Measure Wales and Mental Capacity Act (2005) Awareness of specific government/legislation pertinent to the clinical area
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of Powys Teaching Health Board modernisation of services plan Evidence of post graduate study
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of multidisciplinary and/or multiagency working
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working within health settings Ability to support and influence change Experience of working with designated client group
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential criteria
- A high level of interpersonal and communication skills Working knowledge of safeguarding procedures Able to demonstrate empathy with patients and their families/carers Demonstrate an awareness of the need for self- development Analytical and judgemental skills to enhance the decisionmaking process to resolve complex issues/situations. Ability to work independently and as part of a team IT literacy
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak Welsh
Values
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates an ability to meet Health Board Values
Other
Essential criteria
- Special requirements to perform in the role e.g. ability to travel within geographical area when needed Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the unit Flexible working pattern Satisfactory DBS check
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Eleanor Davies
- Job title
- Resourcing Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01874 712580
- Additional information
Lisa Jarman
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