Forensic Custody Nurse/Paramedic - Autonomy and Impact

Securitas UK; Guildford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£1500 joining bonus

Pension scheme

Overtime at enhanced rates

Professional development

Supportive culture

Specialised forensic training

Job summary

Mountain Healthcare in Guildford invites applications for Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals, a role offering autonomous clinical duties within police custody suites. You will assess, treat and support detainees, while contributing to safeguarding decisions and evidential documentation.

Successful candidates will be Registered Nurses or Paramedics with relevant post-qualification experience and a commitment to high professional standards in a specialist environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration or Paramedic with current HCPC registration.
• At least 3 years post-qualification experience in acute or relevant settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention, interview, charge and release (capacity assessments).
• Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and provide healthcare advice in a custody environment.
• Support detainees with mental health needs, substance misuse and vulnerabilities.
• Collect, preserve and document forensic samples in line with evidential standards.
• Produce accurate clinical and evidential records, including injury documentation.
• Liaise with police, custody teams, NHS services and other agencies for safe onward care.
• Attend hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act.
• Prepare statements and attend court as an impartial healthcare witness when required.

Skills

NMC registration

HCPC registration

Autonomous working

Clinical assessment

Job description

Mountain Healthcare in Guildford invites applications for Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals, a role offering autonomous clinical duties within police custody suites. You will assess, treat and support detainees, while contributing to safeguarding decisions and evidential documentation.

Successful candidates will be Registered Nurses or Paramedics with relevant post-qualification experience and a commitment to high professional standards in a specialist environment.