Police Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie Group plc.; Hardwicke; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider is seeking qualified nurses or paramedics to provide healthcare in police custody suites. The role offers a salary of £41,000, a £1,000 bonus after 12 months, and full-time shifts. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in relevant fields. Comprehensive training will be provided, with no previous forensic experience required.

Benefits

£1,000 bonus after 12 months

Average overtime up to £3,500 per annum

NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in a relevant field required.
• NMC/HCPC Registration must be paid.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver healthcare to detainees in police custody suites.
• Provide round-the-clock coverage in assigned regions.
• Collaborate with police for healthcare delivery.

Skills

Experience in patient-facing role

Driving Licence

Education

RN, RGN or RMN with dual registration

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.

What we offer

• Salary £41,000 per year
• £1000 bonus when completed 12 months service
• Full-time fixed shift pattern in a team rota: 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 overtime to £3500 per annum (estimate)
• 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 right to work in the UK; British Passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of the country more than 3 months
• All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting

Role and duties

In collaboration with the Police, you will serve in custody suites, delivering healthcare to detainees. The role requires round-the-clock coverage in custody suites, with flexibility to work across a base Custody suite and an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area. No previous forensic experience is required as full training will be provided.