Police Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Gloucester is seeking a nurse or paramedic to provide healthcare in Police Custody Suites. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of patient-facing experience and an RN, RGN, or RMN qualification. The position offers a salary of £41,000 per year, with additional benefits including bonuses and training opportunities.

Benefits

£1000 bonus after 12 months service

NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Average overtime of £3500 per year

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post qualification in a patient-facing role.
• Experience in General Practice, A & E, or similar fields is required.
• Police Vetting will be required for all candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare to detainees in Police Custody Suites.
• Work collaboratively with Police to ensure detainee safety.
• Flexibility to work in various locations as needed.

Skills

Patient-facing experience

Driving Licence

NMC/HCPC Registration

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

RN, RGN, or RMN qualifications

Job description

Overview

If you're looking to redirect your career as a nurse or paramedic, we provide a dynamic and innovative pathway with opportunities for progression and extensive training.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary £41,000 per year
• £1000 bonus when completed 12 months service
• Full time – fixed shift working in a team rota pattern of 4 shifts on and 4 days off: 06:45 to 19:00 for 2-day shifts followed by 2-night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00, rolling rota available 2 years in advance
• Average estimated overtime £3500 per annum
• NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Requirements

• RN, RGN or (RMN with dual registration): 2 years post qualification - Band 5 minimum
• Paramedic 2 years post qualification
• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in a patient-facing role within a relevant field: General Practice, A & E, Emergency Medicine, acute medicine, Walk in Centres, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare or Ambulance Service
• Driving Licence (required)
• Must have RTW in UK, Lived in UK British Passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months
• All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting

About the Role

As a certified nurse or paramedic, you can pursue a career within the criminal justice system, aiding some of society's most vulnerable individuals. We believe in the right to healthcare for all, placing their health and wellbeing at the heart of our approach to care. We seek individuals eager to provide exemplary care, take pride in being part of a team that shares this vision, and have a genuine enthusiasm for developing clinical, forensic, and broader skills.

In collaboration with the Police, you'll serve in custody suites, delivering healthcare to detainees. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety of detainees with round-the-clock coverage in the custody suites, in line with a schedule agreed upon with our client.

The role requires the flexibility to work not only in your base Custody suite but across an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area. No previous forensic experience required as full training will be given.