Senior Nurse

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered General Nurse to deliver high-quality clinical care within the Integrated Healthcare Service for prisons. This role requires a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and the ability to work autonomously in a challenging environment. The successful candidate will collaborate with various professionals to ensure the best outcomes for patients, while also supporting the development of junior staff. If you are passionate about healthcare and making a difference in the lives of individuals in a secure setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with a postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in multi-professional collaboration and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality clinical care in a prison setting.
• Support junior staff with supervision and training.
• Implement patient-centered care planning tools.

Skills

Clinical Care

Decision-Making

Evidence-Based Practice

Patient-Centered Care

Multi-Professional Collaboration

Leadership

Autonomy

Education

Registered General Nurse

Postgraduate Qualification

Job description

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

1. The post holder will exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and have the ability to plan and reach complex and critical judgments and have decision-making skills.
2. To deliver high-quality clinical care within the Integrated Healthcare Service for the prison, including acute & primary care, long-term conditions management, enhanced assessment and diagnostic intervention services, health promotion activities, aligned with NHS Plan, public health indicators, and National Service Frameworks.
3. To demonstrate and provide robust expert clinical skills with a sound understanding of evidence-based nursing practice to ensure quality and outcome-driven practice daily.
4. To support the development of evidence-based practice in the specialist field and promote research as appropriate.
5. To participate in managerial and professional clinical supervision programs, ensuring junior staff receive appropriate supervision, training, and annual appraisal, integrating this into team practice.
6. To implement effective, patient-centered care planning tools, long-term condition registers, and ensure consistent delivery across all prisons within the service.
7. The post holder will work collaboratively with the Clinical Lead, GPs, and other clinicians to meet and review service needs as required.
8. To deputise for the Team manager as required.
9. To work positively and effectively in a challenging and often hostile environment.
10. Be aware of environmental hazards; ensure staff are aware of relevant health & safety policies derived from the Health & Safety at Work Act.
11. To work in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines.
12. To be familiar with Prison Standards, Standing Orders, Circular instructions, Notices to Staff, Health and Safety, and relevant material to function as an informed practitioner within a prison setting.
13. Promote equality of opportunity and provide an environment respecting individual dignity, free from harassment and bullying.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting to work in a Prison Setting, completed as part of pre-employment checks via Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

• Proof of right to work documentation
• Proof of ID, including 1 photographic ID
• Proof of address documentation

Non-UK passport holders require correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home Office Share code.

Address History: 5 years address history needed.

Applicants not UK Passport holders with less than 5 years UK address history must provide a Police Certificate in English from previous residencies.

Applicants who have lived abroad for over six months in the last three years need to provide a certificate of good conduct or overseas police check in English.

Guidance for obtaining Police Certificates can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-o...

Contact relevant Embassies or High Commissions for countries not listed here. Details are on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Professional Qualification (Registered General Nurse)
• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential criteria

• Substantial experience at Band 5 level setting, monitoring, and evaluating standards of care.
• Experience of multi-professional collaboration, including working with statutory and voluntary organizations.
• Working knowledge or interest in current issues facing prison/offender healthcare.

Desirable criteria

• Experience working within secure & prison settings.

Skills/Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Ability to lead and empower decision-making and planning.
• Ability to work effectively and autonomously.

We are committed to an inclusive workplace supporting individuals of all abilities. If you meet the minimum criteria and have a disability, you are guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please indicate this on your application and share any needs for adjustments to facilitate the process.

If you require adjustments for the interview, inform us when scheduling or contact the hiring manager directly.

Applicants are encouraged to contact the hiring manager before the interview for questions or clarifications.

Please note that the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is prohibited during the interview process. Overuse of AI during the application process is discouraged as it may impact your chances of being shortlisted. Thank you.