Nurse / Paramedic Police Custody West Yorkshire

Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in West Yorkshire is seeking a qualified Nurse or Paramedic to join their team in police custody healthcare. This role involves providing essential medical care and support to vulnerable individuals in custody, with no previous forensic experience required as full training will be provided. Candidates must hold a relevant qualification and have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a related field. A driving license is necessary.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience is essential.
• Driving licence required.
• Nursing or paramedic experience in relevant fields is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Carry out forensic sampling procedures following legal protocols.
• Safely administer prescribed medications to detainees.
• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and ongoing care.
• Manage acute medical conditions and ensure effective treatment.

Skills

Forensic sampling procedures

Administration of medication

Health assessment and care

Acute disease management

Education

Qualified Registered Nurse or Paramedic

Job description

Overview

Have you seen 24 Hours in Police Custody? Are you a Nurse looking for a new challenge? A Paramedic ready for the next step in your career? Do you want to work in police custody healthcare and make a remarkable, positive, and lasting difference in peoples lives? Join our dedicated healthcare team in West Yorkshire, where your skills will help deliver compassionate care in a unique and rewarding environment. You\'ll work closely with police and legal professionals, providing vital healthcare support to vulnerable individuals in police custody. You will work within all 6 current custody suites within West Yorkshire. The suites are located in Normanton, Huddersfield, Halifax, Elland road, Stainbeck and Bradford. No previous forensic experience is required; full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Forensic Sampling: Carry out forensic sampling procedures, including collecting blood samples for road traffic offences, ensuring strict compliance with legal protocols and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Administration of Medication: Safely administer prescribed medications to detainees in accordance with clinical protocols, maintaining accurate records and monitoring for any adverse reactions.
• Assessment and Care: Conduct comprehensive health assessments and provide ongoing medical care to detainees, managing both physical and mental health needs.
• Acute Disease Management: Recognize and promptly manage acute medical conditions, ensuring detainees receive effective treatment and referral to specialist care when necessary.

Qualifications

• Essential: Qualified Registered Nurse or Paramedic.
• Experience: Essential a minimum of 3 years\' post-qualification experience.
• Driving Licence: Required.
• Previous experience in: A&E, walk-in centre, substance misuse, community nursing, police custody, prison, as a Paramedic Practitioner, Registered Nurse or other relevant discipline is ideal to assist in the role.
• Other: Must have RTW in UK, Lived in UK, British Passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months.

About Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Working for Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.