Forensic Nurse or Paramedic

Mountain Healthcare Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading forensic healthcare provider in the UK is looking for Registered General Nurses or Paramedics to provide high quality care to detainees in police custody. Candidates will manage various health needs, complete clinical assessments, and collect forensic samples, with training provided. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and opportunities for progression within a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Accredited training provided

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum three years post qualification experience.
• Current NMC or HCPC registration required.
• Enhanced DBS clearance needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention or interview.
• Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and provide health advice.
• Collect and preserve forensic samples in line with legal and professional standards.
• Liaise with police officers, NHS services, mental health teams and other agencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Decision making skills

Ability to manage medical emergencies

Experience with clinical assessments

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic qualification

Job description

you willProvide high quality care to detainees in police custodyManage a variety of health needs from drug and alcohol dependency to acute medical episodesBe trained to collect forensic samples that support police investigationsExperience in forensics is not required as full accredited training is provided.We offer a range of flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a positive work life balance while building a rewarding and impactful career in an organisation that values and supports its people.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention or interview
• Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and provide health advice
• Collect and preserve forensic samples in line with legal and professional standards
• Liaise with police officers, NHS services, mental health teams and other agencies
• Maintain accurate clinical and evidential records
• Attend court when required to give impartial professional evidence
• Undertake accredited forensic training and continuous professional development

Why Join Us

• Flexible working arrangements to support work life balance
• Full time and part time positions available
• Accredited forensic training provided
• Supportive values driven team culture
• Opportunities to progress within one of the UKs most respected forensic healthcare providers

This is an exciting alternative career path for Registered General Nurses and Paramedics with three or more years post qualification experience who want something different from the usual clinical setting.Join, Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registrationMinimum three years post qualification experienceFull UK driving licence with less than 6 pointsRight to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for a minimum of three years prior to applicationEnhanced DBS clearanceStrong communication and decision making skillsWillingness to complete accredited forensic training within the first year

About Us

Mountain Healthcare , one of the UKs leading providers of forensic healthcare and sexual assault referral services. We work in partnership with the police, NHS and other agencies to deliver exceptional care to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. Our teams are known for their professionalism, compassion and commitment to our core values of