BANK Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Carlisle Custody Suite

NHS; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks Forensic Nurses or Paramedics in Carlisle to deliver forensic healthcare in custody environments. The role involves patient care, mental health assessment, and forensic sampling, with a supportive work-life balance offered through a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern. Applicants should have at least three years of post-qualification experience, and training will be provided to support their development as accredited Forensic Practitioners.

Benefits

Enhanced sickness pay scheme

Advanced rota planning for work-life balance

6 weeks annual leave

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Employee assistance programme

Accredited CPD training and masterclasses

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Paramedic qualification required.
• At least 3 years post-qualification experience needed.
• Experience in A&E, community nursing, or police custody beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic sampling and blood tests for traffic offenses.
• Deliver substance misuse therapies and care for detainees.
• Collaborate with teams to address mental health needs.

Skills

Patient care

Forensic sampling

Substance misuse therapies

Mental health assessment

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) qualification

Paramedic qualification

Job description

BANK Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Carlisle Custody Suite

Are you a Nurse looking for a change? Are you a Paramedic seeking the next step? Do you want to work in forensic healthcare that makes a positive, life-long difference?

If so, this role might be perfect for you!

At Mountain Healthcare, we are looking for passionate, determined, and resilient individuals to join our teams as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals in Cumbria.

Main duties of the job

• Perform forensic sampling, including blood tests for road traffic offences.
• Signpost and refer patients; offer support for vulnerabilities and help break patterns of re-offending.
• Deliver substance misuse therapies.
• Assess and care for detainees and staff in custody suites.
• Promote good personal healthcare.
• Collaborate with Liaison and Diversion teams to identify mental health needs.

About us

Founded by passionate clinicians, Mountain Healthcare provides expert, patient-centered forensic healthcare services across the UK. Partnered with NHS England and police, our services include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare, and clinical telephone advice. Guided by our values of Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, we offer holistic, trauma-informed care to improve health outcomes for patients within the criminal justice system. We leverage innovative technology and strategic partnerships to ensure effective and equitable services, always prioritizing patient health, safety, and rights. Join us to make a difference.

Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly expanding career path, with increasing demand for specialist services. We are committed to staff development through our unique Forensic Practitioner Gateway, accredited CPD courses, and sector events.

Job responsibilities

This role is ideal for Registered Nurses (RGN) and qualified Paramedics with over 3 years' post-qualification experience.

Custody environments are dynamic, with no two days alike. Detainees can be held for up to 24 hours, requiring high-quality care for diverse needs, from substance dependence to acute medical issues. Our healthcare professionals are also trained to collect forensic samples to assist police investigations. No prior forensic experience is necessary, as training will be provided to become an accredited Forensic Practitioner.

If you seek a better work-life balance, this role offers a 4-on, 4-off rota, allowing you to plan personal time well in advance, with shifts comprising two day shifts, two night shifts, followed by four days off. This is a Bank vacancy only.

Benefits

• Enhanced sickness pay scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Neonatal, and Adoption Pay after one year of service
• Advanced rota planning for work-life balance
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Recognition awards (Long Service/Team of the Month)
• Accredited CPD training and masterclasses
• Funding for higher education after one year
• Estimated £3000 average overtime pay
• Relocation expense contributions (T&Cs apply)
• £120 NMC registration fee annually
• £98.12 HCPC registration fee annually

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Paramedic qualification

Experience

• At least 3 years post-qualification experience
• Experience in A&E, walk-in centres, substance misuse, community nursing, police custody, prison, or as a Paramedic Practitioner is advantageous but not essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order). Applicants will need to submit to a DBS check for any criminal convictions.