As a Prison RMN, you will provide high-quality mental health care to patients in a prison setting. You will assess, plan, and deliver care for individuals with a wide range of mental health needs, contributing to risk management and rehabilitation efforts.

This role requires strong clinical skills, the ability to work independently, and experience working in secure or challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments, care planning, and risk assessments

• Deliver therapeutic interventions and crisis management support

• Support patients with complex or enduring mental health conditions

• Collaborate closely with GPs, psychologists, prison officers, and the wider MDT

• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation

• Promote safeguarding, risk management, and patient wellbeing

• Ensure adherence to prison security protocols and healthcare policies

• Contribute to service improvement and continuity of care

Requirements

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with valid NMC registration

• Active prison clearance (essential)

• Previous experience in prison or secure mental health settings (preferred)

• Strong knowledge of mental health legislation and safeguarding procedures

• Ability to work independently in a structured, secure environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What’s on Offer

• ASAP start with ongoing work available

• Competitive pay rates

• Opportunity to gain or build specialist experience in prison healthcare

• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant