Bank Level 6 Prison Nurse

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting for Level 6 Bank Prison Nurses to work at HM Prison Birmingham. This role offers flexible working hours with competitive weekly pay and opportunities for skill enhancement in a diverse environment. Qualified nurses are encouraged to apply for this rewarding position.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant nursing qualification.
• Healthcare experience preferred, including in prison settings.
• Skills in medication dispensing, wound care, phlebotomy, and immunisations are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under a nurse-led model.
• Work in a 24-hour operational prison environment.
• Support patients' health and welfare in a prison setting.

Skills

Medication dispensing

Wound care

Phlebotomy

Immunisations

Education

Relevant nursing qualification

Job description

The World doesn't need Superheroes, it needs Incredible People!

Do you want to support the NHS in these unprecedented times?

Are you passionate about care and looking for flexible working with weekly pay and NHS pension scheme membership?

Do you want the opportunity to work in a large, diverse organisation that promotes values of being Caring, Open, Respectful, Responsible and Inclusive?

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) is seeking to recruit Level 6 Bank Prison Nurses for flexible working opportunities at HM Prison Birmingham via Temporary Staffing.

The Trust provides primary care & inpatient services at HMP Birmingham, a male prison housing up to 1450 prisoners. The prison operates 24 hours and offers varied nursing experiences and training opportunities.

Main duties of the job

Previous prison experience is not required, but applicants with skills in medication dispensing, wound dressings (including compression bandaging), phlebotomy, and immunisations/vaccinations are especially welcome. We seek qualified nurses with relevant experience, as much of the care is nurse-led and encourages decision-making. The department is supported by GPs and Allied Health Professionals and strives to improve care standards and introduce innovative changes.

We will not accept applications from unqualified or Student Nurses for this position.

About us

BCHC provides high-quality community and specialist services across Birmingham and the West Midlands, delivering over 100 clinical services in people's homes and in over 200 healthcare settings for diverse patient groups. We aim to be 'a great place to work' and support staff development.

Important

• Please check your Trac account regularly for communication during shortlisting and selection.
• Ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully, including referees' details with email, phone, and postal addresses.

Job responsibilities

Further details are available in the attached assignment brief. Visit our website at https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ to learn more about Birmingham Community Healthcare and our values:

• Caring
• Open
• Respectful
• Responsible
• Inclusive

We look forward to receiving your application!

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training, Education

• Relevant nursing qualification

Experience

• Healthcare experience, preferably including prison settings

Skills / Knowledge

• Competent in medication dispensing, wound care, phlebotomy, immunisations

Other (Must Score)

• No employment gaps over 18 months without healthcare experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.