Prison Nurse

Belmont Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a highly skilled Prison Nurse to join the healthcare team within several prisons in Northampton. This role involves delivering essential clinical care to a vulnerable population in a secure environment. Candidates with existing Prison or CTC Clearance are preferred. Competitive pay rates range from £33 to £37 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

250 Referral Bonus

Weekly payroll

Flexible start dates

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with NMC registration required.
• Minimum Band 6 experience preferred within custodial, A&E, or urgent care settings.
• Strong risk assessment, clinical judgement, and communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients within the prison environment.
• Administer medications and respond to medical emergencies.
• Ensure all clinical records are completed accurately.

Skills

Risk assessment

Clinical judgement

Communication skills

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN) with active NMC registration

Minimum Band 6 experience

Job description

Prison Nurses Needed

Rate: 33 - 37per hour (depending on experience)
Hours:Adhoc

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a highly skilled Prison Nurse (RGN or RMN) to join the healthcare team within several Prisons.

This role offers a unique opportunity to provide essential clinical care to a vulnerable population in a secure, fast-paced, and rewarding environment.

Due to the nature of the setting, candidates with existing Prison or CTC Clearance are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients within the prison environment
• Undertake physical health assessments, wound care, and chronic disease management
• Administer medications and respond to medical emergencies
• Work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team, including mental health and substance misuse services
• Ensure all clinical records are completed accurately and in line with service standards
• Adhere to all safeguarding, security, and confidentiality protocols in place within the prison

Requirements:

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with active NMC registration
• Minimum Band 6 experience, ideally within custodial, A&E, or urgent care settings
• Prison or CTC Clearance (strongly preferred for an immediate start)
• Strong risk assessment, clinical judgement, and communication skills
• Able to work confidently under pressure and within a secure environment

Why Belmont Recruitment?

• 250 Referral Bonus
• Weekly payroll
• Flexible start dates