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Reference: 222-Bank-RMN-37
Job summary
Are you an NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) looking to work flexible shifts in West London? West London NHS trust is currently recruiting to our bank pool of RMN's to assist in the delivery of individualised recovery focused patient care.
The Post holder will be based in acute inpatient care services at Hammersmith and Fulham and.
If you are an experienced RMN with a commitment to delivering high quality recovery centred care, working bank at west London NHS Trust could be the ideal role for you. Providing you with the opportunity to gain a wide range of experience in our acute and forensic units and career development within a forward thinking and diverse environment.
Working on the bank we offer weekdays, nights and weekend shifts, these are easy to view and book through the allocate app.
We provide an extensive induction to the trust and additional ongoing support to all our bank staff
Main duties of the job
The Staff Nurse will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care; and maintaining associated records. They will also assist in leading and monitoring the performance and work of the nursing staff; supervising the work of other nursing staff, HCAs and student nurses.
Overview of Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. To develop and maintain communication with individuals and/or groups of patients, carers and staff, about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations.
2. To develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to the development of others.
3. To promote, monitor and maintain best health, safety and security of self and others in work area.
4. To contribute to the improvement of the service.
5. To contribute to improving quality
6. To support people's equality, diversity and rights.
7. To contribute to promoting health and wellbeing and preventing adverse effects on health and wellbeing.
8. To assess health and wellbeing needs and develop, monitor and review care plans to meet specific needs.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£20.68 to £25.18 an hour 20% HCAS Inclusive of all standardised bank rates
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
222-Bank-RMN-37
Job locations
Hammersmith & Fulham Mental Health Unit
H&F
W6 8NF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered on NMC register RNMH
- Completion of Preceptorship
- Working within varied mental health settings post registration.
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of an MDT
- Demonstrated ability to work within the requirements of the NMC code pf practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a student in a health care setting
- An understanding of using essential processes that apply to the specific dimensions of the KSF outline.
- To understand the requirements of the NMC Code of Practice
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a care environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstration of a developing knowledge and skill base of psychiatric nursing care
- Ability to promote, monitor and maintain best practice in health safety and security of others.
- Ability to support equality and value diversity.
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Ability to maintain boundaries in the clinical setting
- Demonstrates self awareness and an ability to reflect
- Ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrates a commitment to the service
- Ability to undertake training in the prevention and management of violence and aggression
- Demonstrates an awareness of gender sensitivity
Desirable
- Experience of working with women's health or social needs
- Awareness of unconscious processes
Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake training in the prevention and management of violence and aggression
- Demonstrates an awareness of gender sensitivity
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered on NMC register RNMH
- Completion of Preceptorship
- Working within varied mental health settings post registration.
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of an MDT
- Demonstrated ability to work within the requirements of the NMC code pf practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a student in a health care setting
- An understanding of using essential processes that apply to the specific dimensions of the KSF outline.
- To understand the requirements of the NMC Code of Practice
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a care environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstration of a developing knowledge and skill base of psychiatric nursing care
- Ability to promote, monitor and maintain best practice in health safety and security of others.
- Ability to support equality and value diversity.
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Ability to maintain boundaries in the clinical setting
- Demonstrates self awareness and an ability to reflect
- Ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrates a commitment to the service
- Ability to undertake training in the prevention and management of violence and aggression
- Demonstrates an awareness of gender sensitivity
Desirable
- Experience of working with women's health or social needs
- Awareness of unconscious processes
Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake training in the prevention and management of violence and aggression
- Demonstrates an awareness of gender sensitivity
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
Hammersmith & Fulham Mental Health Unit
H&F
W6 8NF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
Hammersmith & Fulham Mental Health Unit
H&F
W6 8NF
United Kingdom