Forensic Custody Nurse: Autonomous Care & Forensic Training

Mountain Healthcare Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus up to £1500 FTE pro rata

Refer a friend £500

NMC/HCPC registration paid

Pension scheme

Overtime at enhanced rates

Structured CPD and training

Job summary

Mountain Healthcare Limited is seeking a Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional to work autonomously within police custody suites, assessing detainees with complex health needs. You will perform fitness for detention assessments, manage emergencies and provide evidence-based clinical care in a dynamic environment at Milton Keynes Custody Suite.

You will collect forensic samples, document injuries, and maintain secure records while liaising with custody teams and external agencies.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration or Paramedic with current HCPC registration.
• At least 3 years post-qualification experience in acute or relevant settings.
• Strong assessment, communication and decision-making skills with autonomous working.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention, interview, charge 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

Autonomous working

Clinical assessment

Emergency care

Education

3+ years experience

Job description

Mountain Healthcare Limited is seeking a Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional to work autonomously within police custody suites, assessing detainees with complex health needs. You will perform fitness for detention assessments, manage emergencies and provide evidence-based clinical care in a dynamic environment at Milton Keynes Custody Suite.

You will collect forensic samples, document injuries, and maintain secure records while liaising with custody teams and external agencies.