Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)- NightsNHS

Newton Abbot, TQ12 2PW Permanent £34,185 to £41,480

Posted 15 September 2026 Closing date 28 September 2026

Newton Abbot Rail Station (0.7 miles, direct) Staverton (South Devon Railway) (6.8 miles, direct) Lyndale Coach Park (48.9 miles, direct)

Job summary

We are seeking a qualified RMN to work nights 36 hours a week at Cypress. They will take a lead role in the delivery of comprehensive and effective recovery to people who look to us for support. To work with and support other team members to ensure that people receive skilled recovery practice to the highest standard. To assume responsibility for the safe running of the unit in the absence of the manager/clinical lead.

Main duties of the job

To be a proactive, skilled member of the ward multi-disciplinary team.
To have knowledge of and experience in providing individual and group clinical/therapy work.
To demonstrate effective leadership and assist with providing advice and guidance to non-qualified staff and students.
To be responsible for the provision and maintenance of effective therapeutic relationships, which at all times acknowledges the rights and personal dignity, and encourages opportunity for growth and development, of the person using this service.
To work in line with agreed safeguarding protocols at all times.
To engage actively in required training.
To demonstrate a working knowledge of the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 (including 2007 updates), Mental Capacity Act 2005 (to include Deprivation of Liberty safeguards), Care Programme Approach, Care Act 2014 and National Health Service and Community Care Act 1990.
To work to the NICE and NMC Guidelines and Standards.
To be aware of and work in line with all relevant Charity Policies and Procedures.

Job description

Main Purpose

To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate individual care plans.
To provide named nurse role to people who use our service.
To promote and improve quality of service provided.
To manage the unit in the absence of the manager/clinical lead.
To participate in the internal rotation system, including weekend working

Duties and responsibilities:

To be a proactive, skilled member of the ward multi-disciplinary team.
To have knowledge of and experience in providing individual and group clinical/therapy work.
To demonstrate effective leadership and assist with providing advice and guidance to non-qualified staff and students.
To be responsible for the provision and maintenance of effective therapeutic relationships, which at all times acknowledges the rights and personal dignity, and encourages opportunity for growth and development, of the person using this service.
To work in line with agreed safeguarding protocols at all times.
To engage actively in required training.
To demonstrate a working knowledge of the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 (including 2007 updates), Mental Capacity Act 2005 (to include Deprivation of Liberty safeguards), Care Programme Approach, Care Act 2014 and National Health Service and Community Care Act 1990.
To work to the NICE and NMC Guidelines and Standards.
To be aware of and work in line with all relevant Charity Policies and Procedures.

Our unique training and development culture brings energy and a sense of value within our team. Heres what we currently offer:

Nurse degree apprenticeship programme (in place since 2015)
Student nurse placements
Occupational Therapy student placements
Clinical skills-based training programme
Preceptorship training for newly qualified staff
Dedicated clinical governance support
Commitment to secondment and network opportunities
Regular supervision

The skills/qualifications needed to be considered for this role:

RMN qualification
NMC registration
Demonstrable effective leadership qualities
Experience in providing individual and group clinical/therapy work
A working knowledge of the Mental Health Act
Experience of assessing complex health and wellbeing needs and developing individual care plans
A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential

What we can offer you:

35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) - FTE
Comprehensive induction with ongoing training and opportunities
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - offering support for financial, physical and mental wellbeing
Autonomy to drive improvements and genuinely advocate for the people we support through the strength of our knowledge and relationships
Eligibility to Blue Light Card - access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street

Will you be the Mental Health Nurse who makes a difference?

The salary advertised is the full time equivalent (FTE) and dependent on experience.

Please note Step One has the right to close this job advert early if necessary.

About us

Are you a newly qualified or experienced mental health nurse, looking to spend quality time with the people you support within a positive and supportive work environment?

Cypress Hospital provides rehabilitation for people in mental health recovery. Our team provides 24/7 nurse-led support, working in partnership with community mental health teams, people we work with and their families.

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