Forensic Custody Nurse | Autonomous Role, Training & Bonus

The Methodist Church in Britain; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus up to £1,500 FTE pro rta

Six weeks annual leave

Company pension scheme

Overtime at enhanced rates

Enhanced sickness pay scheme

NMC or HCPC registration fees paid

Accredited forensic training and CPD

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Mountain Healthcare is seeking Registered Nurses and Paramedics for police custody suites as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals. The role focuses on assessing and treating detainees with physical, mental health and substance misuse needs, including fitness decisions and forensic sampling. The post is autonomous, with no two shifts alike, offered full-time or part-time.

Applicants need NMC or HCPC registration and three years' acute experience; forensic training is provided.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration as a Registered General Nurse, or current HCPC registration as a Paramedic.
• At least three years' post-qualification experience in an acute or relevant setting, such as front-line ambulance, A&E, prison, custody or urgent care.
• Strong assessment, communication and decision-making skills.
• Confidence working autonomously.
• Enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting.

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.
• Support safeguarding decisions.
• Collect, preserve and document forensic samples to 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.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Decision-making

Autonomy

Job description

Mountain Healthcare is seeking Registered Nurses and Paramedics for police custody suites as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals. The role focuses on assessing and treating detainees with physical, mental health and substance misuse needs, including fitness decisions and forensic sampling. The post is autonomous, with no two shifts alike, offered full-time or part-time.

Applicants need NMC or HCPC registration and three years' acute experience; forensic training is provided.