Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Banbury - Custody

NHS; Banbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider in clinical forensic healthcare as a Forensic Nurse or Paramedic in Banbury. This role involves conducting forensic assessments, supporting detainees, and collaborating with mental health teams. With a generous benefits package and ongoing training support, it is an opportunity to work in a fulfilling environment that values staff development.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity, sickness, neonatal, and adoption pay

6 weeks annual leave

Pension and life assurance

Accredited training and CPD courses

Funding for higher education after one year

Relocation support (T&Cs apply)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience in A&E, community nursing, or similar roles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic sampling and patient assessments.
• Deliver care and support to detainees in a dynamic environment.
• Promote personal healthcare and reduce re-offending.

Skills

Forensic sampling

Substance misuse therapies

Patient care in custody

Education

Qualified Registered Nurse or Paramedic

Job description

Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Banbury - Custody

• £1500 sign-on bonus (pro-rata for part-time)
• £500 referral bonus for healthcare professional referrals
• We will pay £120 NMC registration fees per year
• We will pay £98.12 HCPC registration fees per year

Are you a Nurse or Paramedic seeking a new challenge? Do you want to work in forensic healthcare that makes a positive, lifelong impact?

Mountain Healthcare is looking for passionate, resilient individuals to join as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals.

Main duties

• Forensic sampling, including bloods for road traffic offences
• Signposting, referrals, and supporting patients to reduce re-offending
• Delivering substance misuse therapies
• Assessment and care of detainees and staff in custody
• Promoting personal healthcare
• Working with Liaison and Diversion to identify mental health needs

About us

Mountain Healthcare leads in clinical forensic healthcare in the UK, partnering with NHS England and police. Our services include Sexual Assault Referral Centres, Police Custodial Healthcare, and more. We are committed to providing holistic, trauma-informed care and value continuous staff development through various training and CPD opportunities.

Job responsibilities

This role is suitable for RGN's and qualified Paramedics with 3+ years' experience. Custody environments are dynamic, with detainees held up to 24 hours, requiring high levels of care and forensic sample collection training, which we provide. Experience in forensics is not necessary; training will be provided to become an accredited Forensic Practitioner.

The role offers a 4-on-4-off rota, providing clear work-life boundaries, with shifts of two days, two nights, then four days off. Positions available for full-time and part-time work at Banbury Police Custody Suite.

Benefits

• Enhanced sickness, maternity, neonatal, and adoption pay
• Advanced rota planning for work-life balance
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Pension, bonus, life assurance, and employee assistance programs
• Accredited training and CPD courses
• Funding for higher education after one year
• Estimated £3000 overtime pay
• Relocation support (T&Cs apply)
• Sign-on bonus of £1500 pro-rata, referral bonus of £500
• Registration fees paid annually

We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Qualified Registered Nurse or Paramedic

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience
• Experience in A&E, community nursing, substance misuse, police custody, or similar is advantageous

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.