Senior Staff Nurse

Senior Staff Nurse Department: Nursing Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Ayr Clinic Compensation: £39,392 / year Description Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic is looking to recruit a Senior Staff Nurse to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours including a £5,000 welcome bonus for when you join us. Based in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland, Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic is a low secure service for males and females with a mental health diagnosis and/or a personality disorder. We can support people from all over the UK. Lochlea House and Gatehouse are two stepdown services located in Ayrshire which are part of Ayr Clinic also. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients. Deliver prescribed care to a defined group of patients/Service users that reflect their individual needs Assess, plan and deliver, with the patient and their carer/family, nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes and acting as the patients named nurse. This includes the evaluation and review of these plans, with the patient/Service User, on a frequent basis, that is reflective of their needs Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the Multi-Disciplinary team Build relationships and effectively communicate and engage with external professionals and stakeholders You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The ideal candidate will be a Qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse with 6–12 months of post-registration experience, holding an active NMC Registration and having completed a preceptorship or equivalent programme. They will possess a sound knowledge of NMC standards, guidelines, and professional practices, along with evidence of continuing professional development. The individual will demonstrate a positive attitude, commitment to change, improvement, and quality, as well as the ability to adopt flexible and innovative approaches to practice. Strong verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills are essential, alongside IT literacy. Additionally, the candidate should have 6–12 months of post-registration experience within Mental Health or Learning Disability Nursing, supported by evidence of continued professional development in the relevant field. For more information about the role, you can email VeronicaMorrison@priorygroup.com What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Free on-site parking Supplemented meals 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Enhanced maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. #J-18808-Ljbffr