Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Salfords - Custody

NHS; Redhill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Healthcare seeks passionate Forensic Nurses or Paramedics for positions at Salfords Police Custody Suite. Join a team committed to providing holistic, trauma-informed care that promotes health and safety within the criminal justice system. With a supportive environment and extensive training, this role offers a better work-life balance with a 2-on, 6-off rota.

Benefits

Enhanced sickness pay scheme

Well-being programme

6 weeks annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

CPD and training opportunities

Funding for higher education after one year

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic qualification required.
• 3+ years post-qualification experience desired.
• Experience in A&E, community nursing, or police custody is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic sampling, including blood tests.
• Assess and care for detainees in custody suites.
• Collaborate with mental health teams to identify needs.

Skills

Patient Care

Forensic Sampling

Mental Health Support

Substance Misuse Therapy

Education

Registered Nurse or Paramedic qualification

Job description

Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Salfords - 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, lasting difference?

If yes, then this role is for you!

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

Main duties

• Performing forensic sampling, including blood tests for road traffic offences.
• Signposting, referrals, supporting vulnerabilities, and helping patients break re-offending patterns.
• Delivering substance misuse therapies.
• Assessing and caring for detainees and staff in custody suites.
• Promoting good personal healthcare.
• Collaborating with Liaison and Diversion teams to identify mental health needs.

About us

Founded by clinicians committed to patient-centered services, Mountain Healthcare leads in UK clinical forensic healthcare, partnering with NHS England and police. Our services include Sexual Assault Referral Centres, Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare, and clinical advice. Guided by our values of kindness and integrity, we offer holistic, trauma-informed care to improve health outcomes within the criminal justice system. We leverage innovative technology and partnerships to ensure effective, equitable services that prioritize patient safety, health, and rights.

We provide extensive training and development, including our Forensic Practitioner Gateway, CPD courses, and sector events.

Job responsibilities

This role is suitable for Registered Nurses and qualified Paramedics with over three years of experience. Custody environments are dynamic, with detainees held up to 24 hours, requiring high-quality care for various needs, from substance dependencies to medical emergencies. Our professionals are trained to collect forensic samples to aid police investigations. Experience in forensics is not required, as training is provided. This role offers a better work-life balance with a 2-on, 6-off rota, including day and night shifts, suitable for part-time applicants. The position is based at Salfords Police Custody Suite. Applications are reviewed as received, and the advert may close early if filled.

Benefits

• Enhanced sickness pay scheme
• Enhanced maternity pay after one year
• Well-being programme
• Advanced rota planning
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Recognition awards
• CPD and training opportunities
• Funding for higher education after one year
• Estimated £3,000 overtime pay
• £3,000 relocation allowance (T&Cs apply)
• £1500 pro-rata sign-on bonus
• £500 referral bonus
• Annual registration fees paid

Mountain Healthcare promotes equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, or personal circumstances.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic qualification.

Experience

• At least three years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in A&E, walk-in centres, substance misuse, community nursing, police custody, prisons, or as a Paramedic Practitioner is advantageous but not essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants must submit to a criminal record check.