Registered Mental Nurse
CV-LibraryCheshire West and Chester, CheshiretemporaryPosted: 5 November 2026
Apply NowAre you a compassionate and dedicated Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)? Evolve Staffing Ltd. is actively seeking an enthusiastic, highly skilled clinical professional to join acute mental health inpatient ward teams across a flagship major NHS mental health hospital trust based in Cheshire.
Operating within one of Cheshire's primary major NHS mental health facilities—a significantly larger, high-acuity acute inpatient environment compared to smaller community services—this is a rewarding opportunity for an NMC-registered mental health nurse to make a tangible difference in the lives of service users. Whether you are an experienced RMN practitioner looking for flexible agency shifts or seeking consistent locum placements across acute assessment units, psychiatric intensive care units (PICU), and adult recovery wards, Evolve Staffing Ltd. provides a supportive clinical framework where nursing excellence, safety, and therapeutic recovery are paramount.
Key Responsibilities
As a Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse representing Evolve Staffing Ltd. within a major Cheshire NHS acute mental health hospital, you will provide high-quality, person-centred, evidence-based nursing care across inpatient wards. Your core duties will include:
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Care Planning: Conducting comprehensive clinical mental health assessments and developing bespoke, recovery-focused care plans.
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Medication Management: Safely administering, monitoring, and auditing psychiatric medications following NMC guidelines and Trust policies.
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MDT Collaboration: Working closely with psychiatrists, occupational therapists, social workers, and ward psychologists for holistic care.
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Risk Assessment: Identifying, documenting, and managing clinical risks to ensure safety for service users, staff, and visitors.
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Crisis De-escalation: Utilizing therapeutic de-escalation techniques and managing acute behavioral distress safely during crisis episodes.
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Statutory Governance: Strictly applying the Mental Health Act (1983/2007) and Mental Capacity Act (2005) frameworks within ward environments.
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Family Advocacy: Acting as a supportive point of contact for families and carers, offering regular updates and compassionate guidance.
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Clinical Leadership: Providing guidance, task delegation, and clinical supervision to Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) and student nurses.
Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful in this Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) application via Evolve Staffing Ltd. in Cheshire, you must demonstrate:
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Valid NMC PIN: Active registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) on Part 1 of the NMC register with zero restrictions.
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Clinical Competence: Strong working knowledge of acute mental health inpatient care, MHA sections, MCA, and DoLS safeguards.
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Hospital Experience: Minimum 6–12 months post-registration clinical experience within NHS mental health acute wards or PICU environments.
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Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written English with proven capability in updating electronic health records (EHR/RIO/SystmOne).
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Physical Safety Training: Valid certification in approved physical intervention and de-escalation training (e.g., PMVA / MAPA / Breakaway).
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Compliance & Vetting: Valid UK Right to Work, Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, and complete occupational health immunization clearance.
Benefits & Rewards
At Evolve Staffing Ltd., we value our mental health nursing professionals and offer a comprehensive package to support your work-life balance and career progression:
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Ultimate Flexibility: Choose your preferred rota—Day shifts, Night shifts, Weekends, or Long Days to suit your schedule.
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Major NHS Postings: Secure high-demand shifts across major NHS mental health hospital sites and acute trusts throughout Cheshire.
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Career Support: Access to ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) modules and dedicated guidance with your NMC Revalidation portfolio.
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Bespoke Recruitment: Fast-track compliance onboarding led by an experienced recruitment consultant offering 24/7 support.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your psychiatric nursing career across major NHS mental health wards in Cheshire, submit your CV today by clicking "Apply Now" for a confidential discussion with our specialist healthcare team.
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Operating within one of Cheshire's primary major NHS mental health facilities—a significantly larger, high-acuity acute inpatient environment compared to smaller community services—this is a rewarding opportunity for an NMC-registered mental health nurse to make a tangible difference in the lives of service users. Whether you are an experienced RMN practitioner looking for flexible agency shifts or seeking consistent locum placements across acute assessment units, psychiatric intensive care units (PICU), and adult recovery wards, Evolve Staffing Ltd. provides a supportive clinical framework where nursing excellence, safety, and therapeutic recovery are paramount.
Key Responsibilities
As a Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse representing Evolve Staffing Ltd. within a major Cheshire NHS acute mental health hospital, you will provide high-quality, person-centred, evidence-based nursing care across inpatient wards. Your core duties will include:
*
Care Planning: Conducting comprehensive clinical mental health assessments and developing bespoke, recovery-focused care plans.
*
Medication Management: Safely administering, monitoring, and auditing psychiatric medications following NMC guidelines and Trust policies.
*
MDT Collaboration: Working closely with psychiatrists, occupational therapists, social workers, and ward psychologists for holistic care.
*
Risk Assessment: Identifying, documenting, and managing clinical risks to ensure safety for service users, staff, and visitors.
*
Crisis De-escalation: Utilizing therapeutic de-escalation techniques and managing acute behavioral distress safely during crisis episodes.
*
Statutory Governance: Strictly applying the Mental Health Act (1983/2007) and Mental Capacity Act (2005) frameworks within ward environments.
*
Family Advocacy: Acting as a supportive point of contact for families and carers, offering regular updates and compassionate guidance.
*
Clinical Leadership: Providing guidance, task delegation, and clinical supervision to Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) and student nurses.
Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful in this Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) application via Evolve Staffing Ltd. in Cheshire, you must demonstrate:
*
Valid NMC PIN: Active registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) on Part 1 of the NMC register with zero restrictions.
*
Clinical Competence: Strong working knowledge of acute mental health inpatient care, MHA sections, MCA, and DoLS safeguards.
*
Hospital Experience: Minimum 6–12 months post-registration clinical experience within NHS mental health acute wards or PICU environments.
*
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written English with proven capability in updating electronic health records (EHR/RIO/SystmOne).
*
Physical Safety Training: Valid certification in approved physical intervention and de-escalation training (e.g., PMVA / MAPA / Breakaway).
*
Compliance & Vetting: Valid UK Right to Work, Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, and complete occupational health immunization clearance.
Benefits & Rewards
At Evolve Staffing Ltd., we value our mental health nursing professionals and offer a comprehensive package to support your work-life balance and career progression:
*
Ultimate Flexibility: Choose your preferred rota—Day shifts, Night shifts, Weekends, or Long Days to suit your schedule.
*
Major NHS Postings: Secure high-demand shifts across major NHS mental health hospital sites and acute trusts throughout Cheshire.
*
Career Support: Access to ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) modules and dedicated guidance with your NMC Revalidation portfolio.
*
Bespoke Recruitment: Fast-track compliance onboarding led by an experienced recruitment consultant offering 24/7 support.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your psychiatric nursing career across major NHS mental health wards in Cheshire, submit your CV today by clicking "Apply Now" for a confidential discussion with our specialist healthcare team.
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