Prison Learning Disability Nurse (Development Role)

NHS Jobs; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs is seeking a Registered Learning Disability Nurse for a development role in a prison setting. You will be allocated a caseload, conduct comprehensive assessments and identify risks while planning effective interventions.

The role emphasizes accessible communication and reasonable adjustments to support patients in decisions about their care. You will maintain records, participate in multidisciplinary discussions, and make referrals as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Learning Disability Nurse with NMC registration.
• Willing to undertake National Security Vetting for prison setting.
• Band 5 development role with plan to Band 6 on competencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload and complete comprehensive assessments.
• Identify clinical risks and plan effective interventions.
• Support people with learning disabilities to participate in care decisions with accessible communication.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to multidisciplinary discussions.
• Make referrals to other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Registered Learning Disability Nurse

Education

Nursing qualification (RNLD/Registered Nurse)

Job description

NHS Jobs is seeking a Registered Learning Disability Nurse for a development role in a prison setting. You will be allocated a caseload, conduct comprehensive assessments and identify risks while planning effective interventions.

The role emphasizes accessible communication and reasonable adjustments to support patients in decisions about their care. You will maintain records, participate in multidisciplinary discussions, and make referrals as needed.