Staff Nurse (RMN)
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Poole, BH13 7LNView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
21 October 2026
1 day leftJob description
Ready for a nursing role that will challenge you, grow you and genuinely make a difference every single day? If you're an RMN who thrives in dynamic e...
As a nurse on Haven, you won't just "do the job" - you'll be central to the recovery journey of every patient you support.
Deliver high-quality, person-centred nursing care to patients detained under the Mental Health Act
Lead shifts and act as a role model within a skilled multidisciplinary team
Build meaningful therapeutic relationships during times of crisis
Use positive engagement, DBT- and CBT-informed approaches alongside medication to promote recovery
Carry out dynamic risk assessments and support safe, least restrictive practice
Act as a named nurse, coordinating care plans that are truly co-produced
Champion both mental and physical health wellbeing
Support patients to regain independence, structure and confidence
This is an excellent area to begin your career and each year, we welcome a number of newly qualified nurses to our team and support them in developing their skills and confidence as a nurse.
This is also an exciting opportunity for nurses working in other settings who would like to utilise and apply their skills in a specialist environment, caring for people with a wide variety of presenting problems and needs.
You'll need strong clinical skills, emotional intelligence and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. In return, you'll gain experience that will significantly enhance your professional confidence and career progression.
As a specialist service, we are able to provide opportunities to further develop your skills within specialised training such as RAID, Relational Security, DBT, CBT, enhanced risk assessment, and enhanced physical health interventions. Following successful completion of your 6 month probation period, you will meet with your supervisor to discuss your personal development plan which will identify your learning and training needs, so we can ensure you have all the skills you need to be the best you can be in your role.
We know that when our staff feel supported, valued and developed -- our patients benefit too.
If you're looking for a role where you'll be challenged, supported and inspired - and where you'll go home knowing you've made a real difference - Haven Male PICU could be your next step.
Come and be part of something exciting. Apply today.
Knowledge, skills and training
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
- Preceptorship or working towards it
- Ability to take charge of a ward/case load regularly
- Ability to supervise other staff
- Supervised experience gained during clinical placements
- Ability to mentor students
Information Technology
Essential: - Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work with minimum supervision / unsupervised
- Ability to work in a team and positively influence others
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and lead self effectively
Additional requirements
Essential
- Ability to meet contractual requirements and participate in 24 hour care
- A level of fitness and ability to participate and complete PMVA, Breakaway training and Manual Handling (practice and theory).
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
7 October 2026
Last checked
8 October 2026
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