Job Summary
Are you a Registered Nurse or Paramedic looking for a role outside traditional clinical settings? At Mountain Healthcare, our Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals deliver high-quality care to detainees in police custody while managing a wide range of health needs and supporting the justice system. You will be trained to carry out forensic examinations and collect evidence, working closely with the police, NHS, and other agencies to ensure safety and wellbeing. No prior forensic experience is required as we provide full accredited training and ongoing professional development. This is a unique opportunity to build a rewarding career in a supportive, values-driven organisation that values work-life balance and staff wellbeing.
Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality care to detainees in police custody
* Manage a variety of health needs, from drug and alcohol dependency to acute medical episodes
* Be trained to collect forensic samples in support of police investigations
* Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention or interview
* Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries, and provide health advice
* Collect and preserve forensic samples in line with legal and professional standards
* Liaise with police officers, NHS services, mental health teams and other agencies
* Maintain accurate clinical and evidential records
* Attend court when required to give impartial professional evidence
* Undertake accredited forensic training and continuous professional development
Requirements
* Essential: Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registration
* Full UK driving licence with less than 6 points
* Right to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for a minimum of three years prior to application
* Enhanced DBS clearance
* Essential: Minimum three years post-qualification experience
* Strong communication and decision-making skills
* Willingness to complete accredited forensic training within the first year
Details
* Pay: £43,798 per year
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part-time
* Location: Milton Keynes, MK9 2DS
Why Join Us
* Full-time and part-time positions available
* Accredited forensic training provided
* Supportive, values-driven team culture
* Opportunities to progress within one of the UK’s leading forensic healthcare providers
Disclosures
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be submitted to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Employer: Mountain Healthcare Ltd, Milton Keynes, MK9 2DS. Website: https://www.mountainhealthcare.co.uk/
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