Autonomous Forensic Healthcare Pro (RN/Paramedic)

Mountain Healthcare Limited; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Registration fees paid

Pension scheme

Overtime pay

Forensic training and CPD

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Mountain Healthcare Limited in Carlisle is seeking Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals (RGNs and Paramedics) to deliver specialist healthcare within police custody. You will work autonomously in custody suites, assessing detainees with a wide range of needs and providing essential care.

Full accredited training is provided, enabling you to develop in forensic healthcare, safeguarding and evidential documentation while supporting the wider criminal justice process.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration, or Paramedic with current HCPC registration.
• At least three years' post-qualification experience in an acute or relevant setting.
• Strong assessment, communication and decision-making skills, with confidence working autonomously.
• A calm, professional and compassionate approach with vulnerable people.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than six penalty points.
• Ability to complete enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting.
• Full right to work in the UK with a minimum of three years' UK residency prior to application.
• Willingness to complete externally accredited forensic training within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention, interview and release, including capacity assessments.
• Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and provide healthcare advice in a fast-paced custody environment.
• Support detainees with mental health needs, substance misuse, alcohol dependency and complex vulnerabilities.
• Collect, preserve and document forensic samples in line with evidential and legal standards.
• Produce accurate clinical and evidential records, including injury documentation.
• Liaise with police, custody teams, NHS services and other agencies to support safe onward care.
• Attend hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act.
• Prepare professional statements and attend court as an impartial healthcare witness when required.

Skills

NMC/HCPC registration

3+ years acute exp

Assessment & decision-making

Compassionate care

UK driving licence

DBS clearance

UK residency

Forensic training willingness

Job description

Mountain Healthcare Limited in Carlisle is seeking Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals (RGNs and Paramedics) to deliver specialist healthcare within police custody. You will work autonomously in custody suites, assessing detainees with a wide range of needs and providing essential care.

Full accredited training is provided, enabling you to develop in forensic healthcare, safeguarding and evidential documentation while supporting the wider criminal justice process.