Job Summary
We have an exciting part‑time opportunity for a Primary Care Nurse to join the Primary Care team at HMP Altcourse, a Category B prison in Fazakerley, Liverpool. The role involves working across the healthcare department, planned care services, prison wings and emergency response.
Hours
* Monday‑Sunday service – 22.5 hours per week
* Shift options: 7 am‑3 pm or 1 pm‑8 pm over 3 days
* One weekend per three‑week rotation
* Rota available two months in advance
* Very occasional nights
Salary
Annual salary up to £34,428 – £41,658 per annum FTE, pro rata depending on experience.
Benefits
* On‑site parking
* Career & development opportunities
* Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
* 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed
Support
* Bespoke induction and Introducing Health in Justice training
* Competency framework
* Regional and national career development opportunities
* Bespoke Learning Management System to address learning needs
* Support from the wider team
Responsibilities
* Work within a multi‑disciplinary team to deliver a nurse‑led service and prevent hospital admissions.
* Undertake medication rounds, dispense controlled medication, attend emergency response situations, assess patients, and conduct reception screening.
* Deliver nurse‑led clinics to the patient group, supported by the multidisciplinary team.
* Provide outstanding evidence‑based care, listening to and acting on patient feedback for personalised care.
* Deliver non‑judgemental care that makes a real difference.
* Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to promote best practice, clinical supervision and continuous quality improvement.
* Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care and build strong multidisciplinary teams.
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (Adult) – NMC registration.
* Evidence of continued professional development.
* Understanding of the complexities of multi‑disciplinary and multi‑agency working.
* A non‑judgemental and compassionate approach.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Experience in a hospital, community or prison environment (desired).
Legal Requirements
Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK. Due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Background Checks
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure and Barring Service checks will be required.
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