Band 6 Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) – Prison

The Band 6 Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) in Prison Services plays a vital role in delivering high-quality specialist mental health care within a secure environment. As a key contributor to clinical excellence at Surrey, the Band 6 RMN ensures safe, effective, and compassionate care while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

This position requires strong clinical reasoning, the ability to work autonomously, and a commitment to evidence-based practice. Typical duties include mental health assessment, contributing to diagnosis, developing and implementing care plans, monitoring outcomes, maintaining comprehensive clinical records, and supporting governance, audit, and service-improvement initiatives.

The role involves active participation in team meetings, security briefings, training sessions, and quality initiatives aimed at enhancing patient wellbeing, service delivery, and the therapeutic environment within the prison. Professionalism, empathy, resilience, and adaptability are essential, particularly when working with individuals with complex mental health needs, challenging behaviours, or vulnerabilities.

In addition to core clinical responsibilities, the Band 6 RMN is expected to support junior staff, contribute to teaching, and engage in continuous learning to maintain and advance professional competence. The ability to manage complex caseloads, prioritise effectively, and remain calm under pressure is fundamental within the demanding and unpredictable setting of prison healthcare.

The role requires adherence to all clinical governance frameworks, safeguarding protocols, security procedures, and regulatory standards while promoting a culture of safety, dignity, and respect. Leadership qualities such as problem-solving, initiative, and strategic thinking further strengthen the RMN’s contribution to overall service effectiveness.

Strong interpersonal skills and a patient-centred approach underpin the position, ensuring that care delivery aligns with organisational values and supports Surrey’s broader healthcare mission. The role demands ongoing professional development, adaptability, strong teamwork, and a sustained commitment to delivering consistently high-quality mental health care within custodial settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe, effective, high‑quality clinical services.
• Conduct assessments and develop patient‑centred treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to clinical guidelines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Support service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in training, teaching, and supervision where appropriate.
• Uphold safeguarding, governance, and regulatory standards.

Key Requirements:

• Relevant professional qualification and registration.
• Experience in the specialty of practice.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage workloads.
• Commitment to evidence‑based and patient‑centred care.
• Understanding of clinical governance and risk management.
• Professionalism, reliability, and problem‑solving skills.