Bank RMN

An exciting opportunity to cover DAY SHIFTS ONLY in one of SEL Acute Trusts through a single bank registration.

As a bank worker you will have priority access to shifts in various departments across the Acute

Trusts where the Multi-Disciplinary Team have identified that a Registered Mental Health Nurse is

required to provide care to patients with complex and enduring mental health needs

Main duties of the job

To cover DAY shifts in various departments across the Acute Trusts where the Multi-Disciplinary Team

have identified that a Registered Mental Health Nurse is required to provide care to patients with

complex and enduring mental health needs. Understands the requirements of the Mental Capacity Act

2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (2008) in relation to consent and best interest decision

making. To utilise specific care planning tools as instructed by the clinical team contained in Trust

policy (Managing Challenging Behaviour in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment Policy) for patients

with specific needs, when necessary, for example, nursing care plan for the confused and

disorientated patient, and behaviour chart for patients with cognitive impairment. Establishing and

maintaining effective communication with assigned patients, carers and relatives. Ensures that clear

and accurate records and communication systems relating to clinical and care delivery are maintained

and effectively used. Under direction of the nurse in charge is able to support optimum patient care

management including supporting the patient with their activities of daily living.

About us

There are opportunities at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in

Woolwich and Lewisham Hospital to work on an ad hoc basis as a Registered

Mental Health Nurse. Please note this is for DAY SHIFTS ONLY.

We are currently looking at increasing our supply of RMNs to

work on both sites in a variety of departments

on an as and when required basis.

You will be registered with the NMC as an RMN and have a MINIMUM OF 6 MONTHS POST REGISTRATION, NHS

EXPERIENCE WITHIN A MENTAL HEALTH SETTING.

You will have excellent

interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to supervise and

support other team members. Reliability,

confidence and commitment are essential characteristics you will need to

succeed in this role.

Only

short listed candidates will be notified by email.

All

shortlisted candidates will be required to sit a drug calculation test prior to

being offered an interview. This test

will be based on the Queen Elizabeth site and details will be sent if

shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

07 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£17 an hour

Contract

Bank

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

C9197-26-0893

Job locations

Lewisham Hospital Nhs Trust

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Nhs Trust

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

LEWISHAM & GREENWICH NHS TRUST

1. JOB

DETAILS

Post Title: Bank Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Grade: Local Pay Rates

Hours: Ad Hoc

Department/Ward: Bank

Reports To: Ward

Manager/Team Leader

Accountable To: Director of Nursing and Education

Location/Sites Lewisham Hospital

& Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich

2. JOB

PURPOSE

To cover

shifts in various departments across the Acute Trust where the

Multi-Disciplinary Team have identified

that a Registered Mental Health Nurse is required to provide care to patients

with complex and enduring mental health needs.

The post

holders under the direction of a nurse in charge, is accountable for the

provision, organisation, and direction of safe and person centred nursing care

approaches for patients.

As a

bank member of staff you will liaise with all staffing groups so that the best

possible care is given to meet the individual needs of patients.

3. ORGANISATIONAL

POSITION

Site Manager

Matron

Ward Manager

Nurse In Charge

Bank Nurse

4. KEY

RESPONSIBILITIES

Practices in accordance

with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate guidelines.

In collaboration with the

clinical (Multi-disciplinary) team assess the mental health care needs of

patients and assist in developing programmes of care and implement psychological

interventions as agreed.

Participate in the Admission Procedure and ensure

that it is undertaken as smoothly as possible and that discharges / transfers

are communicated effectively with patients and that all appropriate agencies

are informed of the discharge / transfers and all necessary arrangements made

To utilise specific care planning tools as

instructed by the clinical team contained in Trust policy (Managing Challenging Behaviour in Older Adults with

Cognitive Impairment Policy) for patients with specific needs when

necessary e.g. nursing care plan for the confused and disorientated patient,

and behaviour chart for patients with cognitive impairment.

Co-ordinating care for the

patient and work in partnership with the patient, clinical team and the specialist

healthcare providers to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans and

programmes of care .

Establishing and

maintaining effective communication with assigned patients, carers and

relatives.

Understands

the requirements of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty

Safeguards (2008) in relation to consent and best interest decision making.

Observes

confidentiality of patient information at all times and complies with Data

Protection Act (1984)

Ensures

that clear and accurate records and communication systems relating to clinical

and care delivery are maintained and effectively used.

Under

direction of the nurse in charge is able to support optimum patient care

management including supporting the patient with their activities of daily

living.

Taking prompt action on changes in condition,

liaising with other members of the clinical team when necessary, reviewing

nursing care and communicating any amendments to the programmes of care.

Professional

The RH (MH) is accountable for any action undertaken in

the course of duty, and is aware of the limits of his/her responsibilities and

reports promptly to the appropriate personnel any matter that falls outside

these responsibilities.

Will

develop within the Scope of Professional Practice taking responsibility for own

professional growth and keeps up to date with professional developments.

Attends study days and courses as appropriate.

Will

keep himself/herself aware of new developments in nursing within scope of

practice

Will

adhere to the current uniform policy.

Observe

and continually promote equal opportunities in compliance with the Trust's

policies on Equality and Diversity and Dignity at Work.

Health & Safety

Observe and comply with the Trust's policies and

procedures for Health and Safety ensuring the environment in which you work is

safe, clean and tidy and comply with standard infection control precautions to

prevent or minimise the spread of micro-organisms and communicable diseases to

patients, staff and surrounding community.

Reports any deficiency in the agreed

hygiene standard to the appropriate personnel.

Ensures that equipment is maintained in

working order and correctly used.

When commencing duty in the ward, you

will familiarise yourself with emergency procedures relating to fire and

resuscitation. Will be sure of the role

they play in the team and be able to safely participate in an emergency. Will attend annual training for fire and

resuscitation.

Will know the Moving and Handling

policy and take responsibility for ensuring safe moving and handling

techniques, making use of appropriate aids.

Attend annual update training.

Is familiar with the Major Incident

Policy and the role of their ward/department within it.

Reports all accidents and incidents to relevant

personnel and is aware of relevant documentation.

Clinical Governance

Keeps the ward manager and Modern

Matron informed of changes in the ward environment particularly when those

changes affect standards of care, and reports any unsafe areas to the

appropriate personnel.

Will participate in ward or

departmental quality assurance activities.

Will participate in the development,

implementation and evaluation of quality standards.

Will take into account patients, and

other consumer views when developing and assessing quality standards.

This job

description is intended to be a guide only to the general scope of the post and

not an exhaustive list of duties, you may therefore be required to undertake

other duties commensurate with your grade.

This is a description of the job as it is presently

constructed. This will be periodically

reviewed and updated to ensure that the job description fully reflects the

duties and responsibilities required.

This will be done by the line manager in consultation with the

postholder.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Confidentiality

Confidentiality/data

protection regarding all personal information and Trust activity must be

maintained at all times (both in and out of working hours) in accordance with

professional codes of conduct and relevant legislation such as the Data

Protection Act. The post holder should

ensure that they are familiar with and adhere to all Trust Information

governance policies and procedures. Any

breach of confidentiality will be taken seriously and appropriate disciplinary

action may be taken.

Equal

Opportunities

Promote

Health

and Safety

Employees

must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and

Safety at Work Act 1974, paying due regard to health and safety in the

workplace and management of risk to maintain a safe working environment for

service users, visitors and employees.

Infection Prevention

and Control

Employees

must be aware of their responsibilities to protect service users, visitors and

employees against the risks of acquiring health care associated infections, in

accordance with Trust policy.

Professional

Standards and Performance Review

Maintain

consistently high professional standards and act in accordance with the

relevant professional code of conduct.

Employees are expected to participate in the performance review

process.

Service/Department

Standards

Support

the development of performance standards within the Service/Department to

ensure the service is responsive to and meeting the needs of its customers.

Finance

All

Trust staff will comply with the financial processes and procedures.

Safeguarding.Children

Employees

must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Children Act

1989, 2004.

Job responsibilities

LEWISHAM & GREENWICH NHS TRUST

1. JOB

DETAILS

Post Title: Bank Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Grade: Local Pay Rates

Hours: Ad Hoc

Department/Ward: Bank

Reports To: Ward

Manager/Team Leader

Accountable To: Director of Nursing and Education

Location/Sites Lewisham Hospital

& Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich

2. JOB

PURPOSE

To cover

shifts in various departments across the Acute Trust where the

Multi-Disciplinary Team have identified

that a Registered Mental Health Nurse is required to provide care to patients

with complex and enduring mental health needs.

The post

holders under the direction of a nurse in charge, is accountable for the

provision, organisation, and direction of safe and person centred nursing care

approaches for patients.

As a

bank member of staff you will liaise with all staffing groups so that the best

possible care is given to meet the individual needs of patients.

3. ORGANISATIONAL

POSITION

Site Manager

Matron

Ward Manager

Nurse In Charge

Bank Nurse

4. KEY

RESPONSIBILITIES

Practices in accordance

with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate guidelines.

In collaboration with the

clinical (Multi-disciplinary) team assess the mental health care needs of

patients and assist in developing programmes of care and implement psychological

interventions as agreed.

Participate in the Admission Procedure and ensure

that it is undertaken as smoothly as possible and that discharges / transfers

are communicated effectively with patients and that all appropriate agencies

are informed of the discharge / transfers and all necessary arrangements made

To utilise specific care planning tools as

instructed by the clinical team contained in Trust policy (Managing Challenging Behaviour in Older Adults with

Cognitive Impairment Policy) for patients with specific needs when

necessary e.g. nursing care plan for the confused and disorientated patient,

and behaviour chart for patients with cognitive impairment.

Co-ordinating care for the

patient and work in partnership with the patient, clinical team and the specialist

healthcare providers to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans and

programmes of care .

Establishing and

maintaining effective communication with assigned patients, carers and

relatives.

Understands

the requirements of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty

Safeguards (2008) in relation to consent and best interest decision making.

Observes

confidentiality of patient information at all times and complies with Data

Protection Act (1984)

Ensures

that clear and accurate records and communication systems relating to clinical

and care delivery are maintained and effectively used.

Under

direction of the nurse in charge is able to support optimum patient care

management including supporting the patient with their activities of daily

living.

Taking prompt action on changes in condition,

liaising with other members of the clinical team when necessary, reviewing

nursing care and communicating any amendments to the programmes of care.

Professional

The RH (MH) is accountable for any action undertaken in

the course of duty, and is aware of the limits of his/her responsibilities and

reports promptly to the appropriate personnel any matter that falls outside

these responsibilities.

Will

develop within the Scope of Professional Practice taking responsibility for own

professional growth and keeps up to date with professional developments.

Attends study days and courses as appropriate.

Will

keep himself/herself aware of new developments in nursing within scope of

practice

Will

adhere to the current uniform policy.

Observe

and continually promote equal opportunities in compliance with the Trust's

policies on Equality and Diversity and Dignity at Work.

Health & Safety

Observe and comply with the Trust's policies and

procedures for Health and Safety ensuring the environment in which you work is

safe, clean and tidy and comply with standard infection control precautions to

prevent or minimise the spread of micro-organisms and communicable diseases to

patients, staff and surrounding community.

Reports any deficiency in the agreed

hygiene standard to the appropriate personnel.

Ensures that equipment is maintained in

working order and correctly used.

When commencing duty in the ward, you

will familiarise yourself with emergency procedures relating to fire and

resuscitation. Will be sure of the role

they play in the team and be able to safely participate in an emergency. Will attend annual training for fire and

resuscitation.

Will know the Moving and Handling

policy and take responsibility for ensuring safe moving and handling

techniques, making use of appropriate aids.

Attend annual update training.

Is familiar with the Major Incident

Policy and the role of their ward/department within it.

Reports all accidents and incidents to relevant

personnel and is aware of relevant documentation.

Clinical Governance

Keeps the ward manager and Modern

Matron informed of changes in the ward environment particularly when those

changes affect standards of care, and reports any unsafe areas to the

appropriate personnel.

Will participate in ward or

departmental quality assurance activities.

Will participate in the development,

implementation and evaluation of quality standards.

Will take into account patients, and

other consumer views when developing and assessing quality standards.

This job

description is intended to be a guide only to the general scope of the post and

not an exhaustive list of duties, you may therefore be required to undertake

other duties commensurate with your grade.

This is a description of the job as it is presently

constructed. This will be periodically

reviewed and updated to ensure that the job description fully reflects the

duties and responsibilities required.

This will be done by the line manager in consultation with the

postholder.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Confidentiality

Confidentiality/data

protection regarding all personal information and Trust activity must be

maintained at all times (both in and out of working hours) in accordance with

professional codes of conduct and relevant legislation such as the Data

Protection Act. The post holder should

ensure that they are familiar with and adhere to all Trust Information

governance policies and procedures. Any

breach of confidentiality will be taken seriously and appropriate disciplinary

action may be taken.

Equal

Opportunities

Promote

Health

and Safety

Employees

must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and

Safety at Work Act 1974, paying due regard to health and safety in the

workplace and management of risk to maintain a safe working environment for

service users, visitors and employees.

Infection Prevention

and Control

Employees

must be aware of their responsibilities to protect service users, visitors and

employees against the risks of acquiring health care associated infections, in

accordance with Trust policy.

Professional

Standards and Performance Review

Maintain

consistently high professional standards and act in accordance with the

relevant professional code of conduct.

Employees are expected to participate in the performance review

process.

Service/Department

Standards

Support

the development of performance standards within the Service/Department to

ensure the service is responsive to and meeting the needs of its customers.

Finance

All

Trust staff will comply with the financial processes and procedures.

Safeguarding.Children

Employees

must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Children Act

1989, 2004.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
• An ability to develop a therapeutic relationship.
• An ability to work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team
• A knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with mental health problems.
• A knowledge of the
• Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Demonstrates an ability to develop therapeutic relationships.
• Ability to present information both written and oral and communicate this effectively.
• An ability to develop ones own practice using the supervision process.
• Flexible in one's approach to interventions.

Desirable

• Mentorship Training
• Other professional development.
• Experience of shift
• co-ordination.
• Experience of supervising and mentoring junior staff and students.
• Experience of racial awareness/
• diversity training
• IT skills
• Clinical skills relevant to the post applied for.
• Skilled in the Communication of sensitive issues.
• Skilled in supervision of others, and in providing critical and constructive feedback.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
• An ability to develop a therapeutic relationship.
• An ability to work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team
• A knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with mental health problems.
• A knowledge of the
• Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Demonstrates an ability to develop therapeutic relationships.
• Ability to present information both written and oral and communicate this effectively.
• An ability to develop ones own practice using the supervision process.
• Flexible in one's approach to interventions.

Desirable

• Mentorship Training
• Other professional development.
• Experience of shift
• co-ordination.
• Experience of supervising and mentoring junior staff and students.
• Experience of racial awareness/
• diversity training
• IT skills
• Clinical skills relevant to the post applied for.
• Skilled in the Communication of sensitive issues.
• Skilled in supervision of others, and in providing critical and constructive feedback.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Lewisham Hospital Nhs Trust

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Lewisham Hospital Nhs Trust

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

LEWISHAM & GREENWICH NHS TRUST

1. JOB

DETAILS

Post Title: Bank Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Grade: Local Pay Rates

Hours: Ad Hoc

Department/Ward: Bank

Reports To: Ward

Manager/Team Leader

Accountable To: Director of Nursing and Education

Location/Sites Lewisham Hospital

& Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich

2. JOB

PURPOSE

To cover

shifts in various departments across the Acute Trust where the

Multi-Disciplinary Team have identified

that a Registered Mental Health Nurse is required to provide care to patients

with complex and enduring mental health needs.

The post

holders under the direction of a nurse in charge, is accountable for the

provision, organisation, and direction of safe and person centred nursing care

approaches for patients.

As a

bank member of staff you will liaise with all staffing groups so that the best

possible care is given to meet the individual needs of patients.

3. ORGANISATIONAL

POSITION

Site Manager

Matron

Ward Manager

Nurse In Charge

Bank Nurse

4. KEY

RESPONSIBILITIES

Practices in accordance

with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate guidelines.

In collaboration with the

clinical (Multi-disciplinary) team assess the mental health care needs of

patients and assist in developing programmes of care and implement psychological

interventions as agreed.

Participate in the Admission Procedure and ensure

that it is undertaken as smoothly as possible and that discharges / transfers

are communicated effectively with patients and that all appropriate agencies

are informed of the discharge / transfers and all necessary arrangements made

To utilise specific care planning tools as

instructed by the clinical team contained in Trust policy (Managing Challenging Behaviour in Older Adults with

Cognitive Impairment Policy) for patients with specific needs when

necessary e.g. nursing care plan for the confused and disorientated patient,

and behaviour chart for patients with cognitive impairment.

Co-ordinating care for the

patient and work in partnership with the patient, clinical team and the specialist

healthcare providers to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans and

programmes of care .

Establishing and

maintaining effective communication with assigned patients, carers and

relatives.

Understands

the requirements of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty

Safeguards (2008) in relation to consent and best interest decision making.

Observes

confidentiality of patient information at all times and complies with Data

Protection Act (1984)

Ensures

that clear and accurate records and communication systems relating to clinical

and care delivery are maintained and effectively used.

Under

direction of the nurse in charge is able to support optimum patient care

management including supporting the patient with their activities of daily

living.

Taking prompt action on changes in condition,

liaising with other members of the clinical team when necessary, reviewing

nursing care and communicating any amendments to the programmes of care.

Professional

The RH (MH) is accountable for any action undertaken in

the course of duty, and is aware of the limits of his/her responsibilities and

reports promptly to the appropriate personnel any matter that falls outside

these responsibilities.

Will

develop within the Scope of Professional Practice taking responsibility for own

professional growth and keeps up to date with professional developments.

Attends study days and courses as appropriate.

Will

keep himself/herself aware of new developments in nursing within scope of

practice

Will

adhere to the current uniform policy.

Observe

and continually promote equal opportunities in compliance with the Trust's

policies on Equality and Diversity and Dignity at Work.

Health & Safety

Observe and comply with the Trust's policies and

procedures for Health and Safety ensuring the environment in which you work is

safe, clean and tidy and comply with standard infection control precautions to

prevent or minimise the spread of micro-organisms and communicable diseases to

patients, staff and surrounding community.

Reports any deficiency in the agreed

hygiene standard to the appropriate personnel.

Ensures that equipment is maintained in

working order and correctly used.

When commencing duty in the ward, you

will familiarise yourself with emergency procedures relating to fire and

resuscitation. Will be sure of the role

they play in the team and be able to safely participate in an emergency. Will attend annual training for fire and

resuscitation.

Will know the Moving and Handling

policy and take responsibility for ensuring safe moving and handling

techniques, making use of appropriate aids.

Attend annual update training.

Is familiar with the Major Incident

Policy and the role of their ward/department within it.

Reports all accidents and incidents to relevant

personnel and is aware of relevant documentation.

Clinical Governance

Keeps the ward manager and Modern

Matron informed of changes in the ward environment particularly when those

changes affect standards of care, and reports any unsafe areas to the

appropriate personnel.

Will participate in ward or

departmental quality assurance activities.

Will participate in the development,

implementation and evaluation of quality standards.

Will take into account patients, and

other consumer views when developing and assessing quality standards.

This job

description is intended to be a guide only to the general scope of the post and

not an exhaustive list of duties, you may therefore be required to undertake

other duties commensurate with your grade.

This is a description of the job as it is presently

constructed. This will be periodically

reviewed and updated to ensure that the job description fully reflects the

duties and responsibilities required.

This will be done by the line manager in consultation with the

postholder.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Confidentiality

Confidentiality/data

protection regarding all personal information and Trust activity must be

maintained at all times (both in and out of working hours) in accordance with

professional codes of conduct and relevant legislation such as the Data

Protection Act. The post holder should

ensure that they are familiar with and adhere to all Trust Information

governance policies and procedures. Any

breach of confidentiality will be taken seriously and appropriate disciplinary

action may be taken.

Equal

Opportunities

Promote

Health

and Safety

Employees

must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and

Safety at Work Act 1974, paying due regard to health and safety in the

workplace and management of risk to maintain a safe working environment for

service users, visitors and employees.

Infection Prevention

and Control

Employees

must be aware of their responsibilities to protect service users, visitors and

employees against the risks of acquiring health care associated infections, in

accordance with Trust policy.

Professional

Standards and Performance Review

Maintain

consistently high professional standards and act in accordance with the

relevant professional code of conduct.

Employees are expected to participate in the performance review

process.

Service/Department

Standards

Support

the development of performance standards within the Service/Department to

ensure the service is responsive to and meeting the needs of its customers.

Finance

All

Trust staff will comply with the financial processes and procedures.

Safeguarding.Children

Employees

must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Children Act

1989, 2004.

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
• An ability to develop a therapeutic relationship.
• An ability to work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team
• A knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with mental health problems.
• A knowledge of the
• Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Demonstrates an ability to develop therapeutic relationships.
• Ability to present information both written and oral and communicate this effectively.
• An ability to develop ones own practice using the supervision process.
• Flexible in one's approach to interventions.

Desirable

• Mentorship Training
• Other professional development.
• Experience of shift
• co-ordination.
• Experience of supervising and mentoring junior staff and students.
• Experience of racial awareness/
• diversity training
• IT skills
• Clinical skills relevant to the post applied for.
• Skilled in the Communication of sensitive issues.
• Skilled in supervision of others, and in providing critical and constructive feedback.