Bank Registered Mental Health Nurse
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Bank
- Pattern
- Flexible working
- Posted
- 21/09/2026
- Closes
- 23/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
Candidates needing sponsorship are encouraged to apply.
HiveMind found a sponsorship-friendly statement in the source advert welcoming applicants who require a visa. Always confirm on the source before applying.
“Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.”Quoted verbatim from the source advert
Role summary
This role is for a Bank Registered Mental Health Nurse to provide flexible care in acute physical health settings across North Bristol Trust and University Hospitals Bristol & Weston. You will deliver 1:1 care to patients with mental health issues, ensuring adherence to Trust policies and NMC guidelines. The position offers flexible working patterns, competitive pay, and opportunities to broaden clinical skills in a supportive environment. It requires a dedicated RMN committed to outstanding care with a minimum of 12 months post-qualification experience.
Essential criteria
- Registered Mental Health Nurse with current live NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
- Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent)
- Work Experience
- Evidence of broad range of mental health nursing experience
- Candidate has undertaken training relevant to the RMN role
- Candidate has experience working in an appropriate clinical setting
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping
- Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service i.e. IHS, Acis, Email use.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Time management and basic problem solving skills
- Education/Training/Qualifications
- Registered Mental Health Nurse with current live NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent)
- Work Experience
- Evidence of broad range of mental health nursing experience
- Candidate has undertaken training relevant to the RMN role
- Candidate has experience working in an appropriate clinical setting
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping
- Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service i.e. IHS, Acis, Email use.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Time management and basic problem solving skills
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
Posted 1d ago · Closes in 2d
Plenty of time to prepare a strong application.
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Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Bank Registered Mental Health Nurse
The closing date is 23 September 2026
Job summary
Are you a registered mental health nurse looking for a new challenge? Do you want to work in two of the biggest outstanding hospitals in the South West?
Join North Bristol Trust & University Hospitals Bristol & Weston's Collaborative Bank and enjoy a rewarding, flexible nursing career tailored to your needs!
Why join us?
- Valued Team Membership: As a bank nurse with us, you'll be a respected member of our team, with access to exceptional benefits including the NHS Pension scheme, paid mandatory and statutory training, and full induction support.
- Flexible Working Patterns: Choose shifts that fit your lifestyle, including earlies, lates, long days, and nights, with competitive pay rates and holiday pay. Enjoy the freedom to work without rigid hours.
- Diverse Experience: Work across multiple disciplines and specialties, broadening your clinical skills and experience in a supportive environment.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Opportunity to work in award-winning settings like the Brunel building.
- Additional Perks: Receive free uniforms, training opportunities, and pay incentives.
- Convenience and Regular Work: Benefit from long and short-term placements that offer flexibility, along with the team spirit and friendly atmosphere of a permanent ro
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