Senior Staff Nurse Mixed Acute Ward
Join Our Team as a Senior Registered Mental Health Nurse!
Location: Priory Hospital Bristol
Salary: £39,392 to £41,953
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of individuals experiencing acute mental health needs? Priory Hospital Bristol is excited to announce an opportunity for a Senior Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our brand-new mixed acute ward. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and passionate multidisciplinary team, helping to shape a new service from the ground up while delivering outstanding, recovery-focused care.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a vital member of our compassionate team, you will:
- Provide high-quality, person-centred nursing care by assessing, planning, delivering, and regularly reviewing care plans in partnership with patients, families, and carers.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and external professionals, ensuring effective communication and accurate documentation.
- Take charge as Nurse in Charge, Bed Manager, or Site Coordinator when required, prioritizing and delegating duties while maintaining a safe environment.
- Support and supervise junior, agency, and student nurses, contributing to clinical governance and quality improvement.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures, the Mental Capacity Act, and the NMC Code, while promoting positive outcomes for patients.
What You’ll Bring to the Role
Essential Qualifications:
- Qualified Registered Adult Nurse with 6-12 months post-registration experience.
- Active NMC Registration and completion of preceptorship or equivalent program.
Beneficial Experience:
- Minimum 6-12 months post-registration experience within Mental Health/Learning Disability Nursing.
- Evidence of continued professional development in the relevant field.
What We Offer You
At Priory, we want you to thrive in your role! Here’s what you can expect:
- Regular career conversations and support to help you succeed.
- Full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions.
- Healthcare Benefits:
- Free on-site parking
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Birthday Holiday - Enjoy an extra day off for your birthday!
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates for gym memberships and private healthcare
- Access to development opportunities and sponsorship for professional qualifications
- Leadership & management development programs
- Long service awards and refer-a-friend bonuses
About Priory
Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, and provide care for autistic adults and those with learning disabilities.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. Join us in making a difference!
