Physical Healthcare Nurse

Application Deadline: 13 December 2025

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Stockton Hall

Compensation: £40,591 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Stockton Hall is looking to recruit a Physical Healthcare Nurse to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week
 
Roman Ward is a recently opened 12 bed Medium Secure ward within the well-established and highly regarded Stockton Hall Hospital.  The service is for men who have a principal diagnosis of mental illness, including severe and enduring mental illness, and have acute or chronic complex physical health needs.   

We are looking for two experienced RGNs to join our team. The successful candidates will bring their knowledge to the nursing team and wider MDT in understanding and meeting the patients’ physical health needs.  This is a unique opportunity for an RGN to gain experience working with patients with complex mental health problems in a medium secure environment.  The post-holder will be expected to work shifts and take nurse in charge responsibilities. 

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

•  To provide support to the Nursing and wider MDTs in ensuring the patients in the defined area have their physical healthcare nursing needs identified, care planned and evaluated in accordance with best practice and clinical evidence
• Provide advice and support to colleagues at the site regarding physical healthcare needs in general terms; this includes Infection control, screening programmes and
  site specific requirements, depending on the clinical speciality

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.

• Qualified Registered General Nurse (RGN), with 2 years post registration experience with active NMC Registration and completed preceptorship programme. Consideration will be given to Nurses registered in MH or LD services if they demonstrate competence in the requirements for the role Qualified Mentor or to achieve within 12 months of coming into post.
• Knowledge of NMC guidelines and professional practices.
• Evidence of post registration continuing professional development 

For more information about the role, you can email fayethompson@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
• Subsidised meal
• 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.