Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse

An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse to work in an exceptional mental health service based in the Chesterfield, Derbyshire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This is a low secure unit for males with a learning disability, including those with co-morbid personality disorders, mental illnesses and autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs)

**To be considered for this position you must be a qualified as a Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) with a current active NMC Pin**

As a Nurse your key duties include:

• Providing high quality care in acute wards, low and medium secure wards, with patients suffering from Personality Disorders and Enduring Mental Illness; and acute episodes of illness
• Developing therapeutic relationships to optimise patient engagement
• Following all codes of conduct, standards and legislation, respecting the rights of others and promoting ethical practice
• Contributing to patient assessments, compiling a plan of care alongside the individual, and monitoring patient progress
• Mentoring and supporting student nurses and other members of the team
• Promoting professional development within the team

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• A commitment to patient-centred care and to values-based and evidence-based practice
• The drive to continually push your own personal learning and development
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
• Patient centric & commitment to delivering high quality care

The successful Nurse will receive an excellent salary £32,760 - £38,716.08 per annum. We currently have permanent vacancies for both days and night shifts available. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (at commencement of employment)
• A group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP)
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free meals while on duty
• Care first - Employee Assistance Services
• Continuous learning and development
• Childcare vouchers
• Career development
• Personal health insurance
• An employee assistance programme
• Voluntary benefit

Reference ID: 6870

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 01216380567 or send your CV