Band 6 RMN – Prison Mental Health Nurse (London Prisons, 24/7 Rota)

Are you a Band 6 RMN looking for a dynamic locum role in a secure setting? We’ve got an exciting opportunity at HMP Brixton with excellent rates and 24/7 shift options!

Job title: Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), Band 6
Location: HMP Brixton, South London
Rate: £30/hr (days), £35/hr (nights), £40/hr (Sundays)
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Working pattern: 24/7 rota (days, nights, weekends available)
Contact: Owen Bowerman – 0203 4754175 / obowerman@hg-mh.com

Role overview:
This is a fast-paced role within the mental health team at HMP Brixton. You’ll deliver frontline mental health care to adult male inmates, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess, treat, and support individuals in a secure environment.

Key duties:

• Mental health triage and assessments

• Medication administration and monitoring

• Crisis intervention and risk management

• Supporting continuity of care and discharge planning

• Collaborative work with prison staff and external services

Requirements:

• NMC registration (RMN)

• Previous prison, forensic or acute mental health experience preferred

• Ability to work across a 24/7 rota including nights and weekends

• Enhanced prison vetting (or willingness to undergo clearance)

Why join us?
Hunter Gatherer Mental Health is a leading UK agency for RMNs, CPNs, and mental health professionals. We offer quick registration, weekly payroll, and access to exclusive roles across the NHS and prison services. Backed by a 4.8-star Google rating, we make the locum process simple and reliable.

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