Forensic Custody Nurse/Paramedic — Autonomy & Impact

Mountain Healthcare Limited; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension scheme

Overtime at enhanced rates

Relocation assistance

CPD training and development

Job summary

Mountain Healthcare Limited is seeking Registered Nurses or Paramedics to join as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals. You will work autonomously in a fast-paced custody setting, assessing, treating and supporting detainees with complex needs, while ensuring safety and wellbeing.

This role offers professional development in forensic healthcare and collaboration with police and NHS partners. We welcome candidates with at least 3 years post-registration experience in acute or urgent care,

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration or Paramedic with 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.
• At least three years' post-qualification experience in an acute or relevant setting such as frontline ambulance, A&E, prison, custody or urgent care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical and capacity assessments.
• Manage acute healthcare needs and emergencies.
• Support mental health, substance misuse and safeguarding needs.
• Collect and document forensic evidence.
• Maintain accurate clinical and evidential records.
• Collaborate with police, NHS and partner agencies.
• Provide professional statements and attend court when required.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Independent working

Communication

Decision-making

Education

NMC registration

HCPC registration

Tools

Job description

Mountain Healthcare Limited is seeking Registered Nurses or Paramedics to join as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals. You will work autonomously in a fast-paced custody setting, assessing, treating and supporting detainees with complex needs, while ensuring safety and wellbeing.

This role offers professional development in forensic healthcare and collaboration with police and NHS partners. We welcome candidates with at least 3 years post-registration experience in acute or urgent care,