Registered Mental Health Nurse - Rowan Ward

We are interested in hearing from people who can truly make a difference through their dedication, expertise, compassion and positive outlook. Rowan Ward is a 15bed mixed gender acute mental health ward based at the Summerlands Site in Yeovil and includes a Health Based Place of Safety. The ward is AIMS accredited and has recently successfully undergone reaccreditation. We are also in the process of developing an additional purpose built acute ward on site, making this an exciting time to join the service. As a Band 5 Staff Nurse, you will be a key member of a multi disciplinary team delivering high quality, compassionate care to adults experiencing acute mental health difficulties. You will work collaboratively and innovatively, applying the principles of engagement, recovery, and positive and proactive care to improve patient experience and outcomes. We offer a supportive and welcoming working environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing. You will have access to regular supervision, annual appraisal, psychology led reflective practice groups, and a wide range of training and development opportunities to support your professional growth.,

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care for service users experiencing acute mental health difficulties.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in accordance with legislation, best practice and Trust values.
• Deliver compassionate, recoveryfocused care using therapeutic engagement and evidencebased interventions.
• Monitor and respond to changes in mental and physical health, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Administer medication safely and in line with Trust policy, professional standards and legal frameworks.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, service users, families and carers to support recovery.
• Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records.
• Support and supervise healthcare support workers, students and junior colleagues as required.
  
  At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.


• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.