Forensic Custody Health Practitioner (Nurse/Paramedic)

The Methodist Church in Britain; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Job summary

PHL Group places a forensic healthcare professional in police custody suites across North Yorkshire, providing clinical assessment, fitness-to-detain decisions, and forensic sample collection. The role supports custody staff and contributes to care priorities and documentation.

The post is part-time, with training provided and requirements including registration as a nurse or paramedic and a minimum of 3 years' experience. Travel to locations as needed is expected.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse (RGN) or paramedic.
• Full NMC or HCPC membership.
• Minimum 3 years' service as a registered nurse or paramedic.
• Competent in oral and written English.
• Accountable for decisions based on rules, regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out clinical assessments and medicines management, identifying and implementing appropriate interventions
• Assess fitness to be detained, released and interviewed, and capacity to understand charge
• Assess alcohol and drug intoxication and withdrawal
• Collect forensic samples, including blood samples under the Road Traffic Act
• Deliver forensic practitioner services under PACE Codes of Practice and local protocols
• Advise Custody Officers on healthcare needs and care priorities, referring to the Consultant FME or Lead Nurse when needed
• Provide responsive, compassionate care that supports the Custody Sergeant and officers along the detention care pathway
• Keep accurate, contemporaneous records, including injury documentation
• Provide court statements in a timely manner
• Build working relationships with Consultant FMEs, doctors, custody staff, police, healthcare providers, drug referral workers and partners
• Support training of new staff, assist with student nurse placements and travel to other locations when required
• Contribute to audit data collection and continuous service improvement

Skills

Oral & written English

Decision accountability

Education

Registered nurse (RGN) or paramedic

Tools

NMC/HCPC registration

Job description

PHL Group places a forensic healthcare professional in police custody suites across North Yorkshire, providing clinical assessment, fitness-to-detain decisions, and forensic sample collection. The role supports custody staff and contributes to care priorities and documentation.

The post is part-time, with training provided and requirements including registration as a nurse or paramedic and a minimum of 3 years' experience. Travel to locations as needed is expected.