Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Carlisle Custody Suite

NHS Jobs; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare employer is looking for a Forensic Nurse or Paramedic for their Carlisle Custody Suite. This role offers a dynamic work environment, training to become an accredited Forensic Practitioner, and includes various benefits such as enhanced maternity pay, well-being programs, and a £1,500 sign-on bonus. Candidates must be RGNs or qualified Paramedics with 3+ years of post-qualification experience.

Benefits

Enhanced sickness pay scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year's service

Well-being programme

6 weeks annual leave

Pension Scheme

Bonus Scheme

Life Assurance

Accredited CPD training courses

Qualifications

• 3+ years post-qualification experience as a Nurse or Paramedic.
• Not required to have forensic experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to detainees in custody.
• Work closely with the police in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Forensic sample collection

Ability to work in a dynamic environment

Strong communication skills

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic qualifications

Job description

Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Carlisle Custody Suite

This is an exciting alternative career option open to RGN's and qualified Paramedics with 3+ years' post-qualification experience. Custody is both a dynamic and lively environment, with no two days the same. The police can detain individuals for up to 24 hours, during which we provide a high level of care to detainees, addressing needs from drug/alcohol dependency to acute medical episodes. Our healthcare professionals are fully trained to collect forensic samples to assist police investigations, although forensic experience is NOT NECESSARY.

As a Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional, you will work closely with the police and receive training and support to become an accredited Forensic Practitioner. If you're seeking better work-life balance and clearer boundaries, this role could be ideal. Part-time applications are welcome.

This role is based within Carlisle Custody Suite and offers the following benefits:

• Enhanced sickness pay scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year's service
• Enhanced Neonatal/Adoption Pay after 1 year's service
• Well-being programme
• Advanced rota planning for better work-life balance
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Pension Scheme
• Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Apprenticeships
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long Service/Team of the Month Awards
• Accredited CPD training courses and masterclasses
• Funding for higher education courses after one year's service
• £3000 estimated average overtime pay
• Contribution to relocation expenses (T&Cs apply)
• £1500 pro-rata sign-on bonus
• £500 referral bonus
• £120 NMC registration fees per year
• £98.12 HCPC registration fees per year

DE&I Mountain Healthcare is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We value the differences individuals bring to the workplace and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, or personal circumstances.