Job Title: Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
Location: Ayrshire
Band: 5
Rate: £23.00PH (days), £28.00PH (nights)
Working Pattern: Long shifts – 8am to 8pm (days), 8pm to 8am (nights)
A Role That Makes a Real Difference in Mental Health
Are you a dedicated Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) looking for a fulfilling role where you can truly make a difference? Do you have the passion and skills to help those with complex mental health needs recover, heal, and reintegrate into society? This is a unique opportunity for you to bring your expertise and experience to a team that prioritises patient-centred care.
At Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, we understand the importance of providing professionals with not just a job, but a career that inspires you to give your best every day. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will work directly with patients in a supportive, challenging, and rewarding environment that encourages growth and development.
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Band 5 RMN to join our team. This is your chance to work in a role where no two days are the same, with opportunities to use your knowledge and creativity to support patients who require rehabilitation and recovery-focused care.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Band 5 RMN, you’ll be delivering high-quality care to individuals experiencing a range of mental health conditions. This will include:
- Direct patient care: You will provide comprehensive mental health assessments, develop and implement care plans, and deliver one-on-one support for patients in a rehabilitation setting. You’ll play a key role in supporting patients to manage their condition and regain independence.
- Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team: Working alongside doctors, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, you’ll contribute to holistic care planning that supports patients’ mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
- Rehabilitation and recovery support: You’ll help individuals with mental health issues transition back to the community and support them in living independently. You will also work with patients who may have a history of criminal behaviour or challenging behaviours, delivering care based on a strengths-based model.
- Medication management: Administering medications, monitoring their effects, and managing any changes in medication as needed to ensure the best outcomes for your patients.
- Risk management: Ensuring the safety of both patients and staff by identifying risks and responding quickly and effectively to any issues that arise.
- Promoting positive outcomes: Your role will be key in improving patient outcomes through rehabilitation, recovery-focused care, and working in partnership with the patients to empower them on their journey to recovery.
Requirements & Qualifications
- You must be a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a valid NMC pin.
- A minimum of 1 year’s experience in mental health nursing is preferred but not essential. We also welcome applications from newly qualified nurses.
- Strong communication skills are essential for interacting with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Ability to work independently and within a team, managing your workload efficiently while remaining calm under pressure.
- A commitment to providing person-centred care and maintaining the dignity and privacy of your patients.
- A flexible and adaptable approach to working in different clinical settings and responding to the needs of patients in real-time.
What We Offer
This is an opportunity to work in a role that offers more than just a job. At Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, we value our nurses and strive to provide opportunities for growth and career development:
- Competitive rates of pay: £23.00PH for days, £28.00PH for nights, ensuring you are rewarded for the vital work you do.
- Flexible working: Long shifts (8am to 8pm and 8pm to 8am) to fit around your lifestyle and commitments.
- Ongoing professional development: We invest in our staff and offer continuous support, training, and career progression opportunities.
- A supportive work environment: You’ll be working as part of a close-knit team that supports one another, with access to resources and ongoing mentorship to help you succeed in your role.
- A real opportunity to make a difference: Your work will have a tangible, lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals and the mental health sector.
Working Hours & Contract Duration
- Shifts: 8am to 8pm (days) or 8pm to 8am (nights).
- Contract Duration: [3-6 months ongoing/Fixed term until [date]].
- Hours: Full-time or part-time available – please specify in your application.
Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?
At Hunter Gatherer, we’re passionate about matching talented professionals with roles that fit their skills and aspirations. We have built a solid reputation as a trusted agency within the mental health sector, working with NHS trusts and private organisations to provide skilled clinicians who are committed to delivering the highest standards of care.
We offer:
- Competitive pay rates that reward your hard work.
- Access to exclusive roles in a variety of settings across the UK.
- Dedicated support from a recruitment consultant who understands the needs of mental health professionals.
- A positive, professional, and supportive working environment.
Referral Opportunity
We believe that great people know other great people. If you refer a candidate to us today, and they start the role, we’ll thank you with a £250 bonus. It’s our way of showing appreciation for helping us find the best talent in the industry.
To refer someone or learn more about this exciting opportunity, get in touch with me today at 0203 475 4175 or email Todubore@hg-mh.com.
