Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Abingdon - Custody
Job Summary
This is an exciting alternative career path for Registered General Nurses and Paramedics with three or more years post qualification experience who want something different from the usual clinical setting.
Main duties of the job
* 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 that support police investigations
Experience in forensics is not required as full accredited training is provided.
Job responsibilities
* 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
Benefits
* 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 most respected forensic healthcare providers
Person Specification
* 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
* Minimum three years post qualification experience
* Strong communication and decision making skills
* Willingness to complete accredited forensic training within the first year
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Details
Posted: 08 September 2025
Salary: £43,797 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: oc-1756979464-CC2CU
Job locations: Abingdon, OX14 1AU
Employer: Mountain Healthcare Ltd
Address: Abingdon, OX14 1AU
Website: https://www.mountainhealthcare.co.uk/
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