Job Description
Position: Band 5 Custody Nurse or Paramedic
Location: Northamptonshire, UK
Salary: £38,110 (paid Annually)
Type: Permanent – Full-Time
We are seeking a skilled and driven Band 5 Custody Nurse or Paramedic to join our team in Northamptonshire. This exciting opportunity places you in a stimulating environment where you will deliver exceptional healthcare services.
With a salary of £38,110, you will provide care to patients within custody settings on a full-time basis. Our organisation is renowned for innovation and excellence, offering a supportive atmosphere where your professional skills can thrive. Make a tangible difference to the well-being of the community while influencing healthcare choices.
Perks and Benefits
* Permanent Role: Enjoy stability and clear opportunities for growth.
* Professional Registration Reimbursement: We cover one professional registration fee annually.
* Generous Leave: 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 28 after five years, plus bank holidays.
* Competitive Pension Contribution and an Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.
* Free Uniforms and Comprehensive Training to set you up for success.
* Vibrant Work Environment where no two days are the same.
What You Will Do
* Conduct clinical assessments to ensure patients in custody are fit for detention, interview, transfer, or release.
* Manage minor illnesses or injuries, referring more serious conditions as appropriate.
* Perform forensic examinations, recording injuries and collecting DNA evidence when required.
* Assess the fitness of police officers or staff injured while on duty and provide suitable care.
* Collect specimens under relevant legislation and ensure compliance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
* Compile and provide written statements within specified timeframes and give oral testimony as required.
* Carry out thorough assessments of alcohol and drug intoxication, withdrawal, mental health, and learning disabilities.
* Work alongside clinical leads to support the development of medical services and promote company policies such as Equality and Diversity and Information Governance.
Why Northamptonshire?
Northamptonshire offers a rich tapestry of historical sites, a vibrant cultural scene, and excellent transport links, making it a fantastic place to live and work. Join us to enhance your career while making a real impact in this picturesque part of the UK.
Working with Sanctuary Personnel
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