Forensic Custody Nurse/Paramedic – Autonomous Impact

Mountain Healthcare; Redhill; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend £500

NMC/HCPC registration paid

Company pension scheme

Enhanced overtime rates

Supportive culture

Specialist forensic skills

Job summary

Mountain Healthcare, one of the UK's leading forensic healthcare providers, is seeking Registered Nurses and Paramedics to join as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals at Salfords Custody Suite. You will assess and care for detainees, combining clinical expertise with safeguarding to support decisions in a fast‑paced environment.

No forensic or custody experience is required as accredited training, support and a structured development programme are provided to help you succeed in this

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration, or Paramedic with current HCPC registration.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than six penalty points.
• Ability to complete enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting.
• Full right to work in the UK and a minimum of three years’ UK residency prior to application.

Responsibilities

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

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Decision-making

Autonomy

Job description

Mountain Healthcare, one of the UK's leading forensic healthcare providers, is seeking Registered Nurses and Paramedics to join as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals at Salfords Custody Suite. You will assess and care for detainees, combining clinical expertise with safeguarding to support decisions in a fast‑paced environment.

No forensic or custody experience is required as accredited training, support and a structured development programme are provided to help you succeed in this