Cygnet is organising an Open Recruitment Day for all newly qualified (or soon to be qualified) Nurses and experienced Nurses who wish to join us at Cygnet Hospital Colchester. We offer full support and training for anybody who strives to make a difference in people`s lives. 

We are looking for confident Nurses (RMN/RNLD) with a passion for delivering outstanding care and available to work either full-time (43.75 hours per week, 12 hours day and night shifts – 8am to 8pm/ 8pm - 8am) or Bank ad-hoc day/ night shifts at Cygnet Hospital Colchester.

Date: Thursday, 7th of October 2021

Time: 10am until 4pm

Venue: The Players’ Lounge, JobServe Community Stadium, Colchester United FC, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

About the service: Cygnet Hospital Colchester, rated 'Good' by CQC in all areas, is our 54 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.

On the day: You will get the chance to meet the managing team and some experienced members of staff who will be able to give you a good understanding of what it is like to work with us and what the role entails.

You will also have an interview on the day and you will find out an outcome the next day!

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work. 

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day. 

Your day-to-day…

• Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments & observations
• Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, & improve quality
• Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing
• Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with residents, relatives & other healthcare professionals
• Administer medicines within healthcare procedure & Healthcare Commission guidelines

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• NHS & employee discount scheme
• 50% NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking
• RCNi membership
• Bespoke career pathways
• Plus much more

You…

An experienced RMN/RNLD with a current Pin Number, you’ll have…

Essential:

• The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role
• A good understanding of the latest nursing practices
• A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk
• Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence

Desirable:

• The ability to deputise in a clinical lead role
• An interest in leadership, research & assessment

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.