Forensic Custody Nurse/Paramedic - Autonomy & Impact

Mountain Healthcare Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus

Pension scheme

Overtime paid

Professional training

Career progression

Job summary

Mountain Healthcare Limited in Guildford is recruiting Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals, Registered Nurses or Paramedics who will work autonomously in custody settings, assessing and caring for detainees with diverse health needs.

You’ll join a specialist team, receive accredited training, and benefit from a union-friendly environment offering progression, and a generous joining bonus up to £1500 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration or Paramedic with current HCPC registration.
• At least three years’ post-qualification experience in acute or urgent care.
• Ability to work autonomously with strong assessment and decision-making skills.

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

NMC HCPC registrations

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

HCPC Registered Paramedic

Job description

Mountain Healthcare Limited in Guildford is recruiting Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals, Registered Nurses or Paramedics who will work autonomously in custody settings, assessing and caring for detainees with diverse health needs.

You’ll join a specialist team, receive accredited training, and benefit from a union-friendly environment offering progression, and a generous joining bonus up to £1500 pro rata.