Forensic Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services company is seeking certified nurses or paramedics to deliver essential healthcare in custody suites within the criminal justice system. The ideal candidates will possess a relevant qualification and at least two years of patient-facing experience. This full-time role includes a competitive salary of £41,000 per year, a £1,000 bonus after one year, and extensive training provided. Flexibility to work across various locations is essential.

Benefits

Salary of £41,000 per year

£1,000 completion bonus

NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Rolling rota available 2 years in advance

Average estimated overtime of £3,500 per annum

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in a relevant healthcare role.
• Driving Licence required.
• Must have right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver healthcare to detainees in custody suites.
• Coordinate with the Police to ensure detainee safety.
• Follow a flexible working schedule across assigned regions.

Skills

Patient-facing experience

Forensic skills development

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Registered Nurse or Paramedic qualification

Job description

Overview

If you're looking to redirect your career as a nurse or paramedic, we provide a dynamic and innovative pathway with opportunities for progression and extensive training.

As a certified nurse or paramedic, you can pursue a career within the criminal justice system, aiding some of society's most vulnerable individuals. We believe in the right to healthcare for all, placing their health and wellbeing at the heart of our approach to care. We seek individuals eager to provide exemplary care, take pride in being part of a team that shares this vision, and have a genuine enthusiasm for developing clinical, forensic, and broader skills.

Role and responsibilities

In collaboration with the Police, you'll serve in custody suites, delivering healthcare to detainees. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety of detainees with round-the-clock coverage in the custody suites, in line with a schedule agreed upon with our client. The role requires the flexibility to work not only in your base custody suite but across an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area. No previous forensic experience is required as full training will be given.

Salary and benefits

• Salary £41,000 per year
• £1000 bonus when completed 12 months service
• Full time - fixed shift working in a team rota pattern of 4 shifts on and 4 days off: 06:45 to 19:00 for 2-day shifts followed by 2-night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00
• Rolling rota available 2 years in advance
• Average estimated overtime £3500 per annum
• NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Requirements

• RN, RGN or (RMN with dual registration): 2 years post qualification - Band 5 minimum
• Paramedic: 2 years post qualification
• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in a patient-facing role within a relevant field: General Practice, A & E, Emergency Medicine, acute medicine, Walk in Centres, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare or Ambulance Service
• Driving Licence (required)
• Must have RTW in UK, Lived in UK British Passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months
• All candidates will be subjected to Police Vetting