Night Nurse

Night nurse post in the Primary Care team at HMP Stafford, a male category C prison, part of Practice Plus Group's Health in Justice service. The nurse-led work covers medication rounds, controlled medicine dispensing, emergency response, patient assessment and clinics, alongside a multi-disciplinary team that aims to prevent hospital admissions. Hours are 37.5 a week, 7pm to 7.30am on a four-week rolling rota that includes a rotational day shift. NMC adult registration is required, and offers are subject to vetting and security checks.

What the job involves

• Deliver nurse-led clinics to the patient group, supported by a multi-disciplinary team
• Undertake medication rounds and dispense controlled medication
• Attend emergency response situations
• Assess patients and undertake reception screening
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to prevent hospital admissions
• Provide evidence-based, personalised care informed by patient feedback
• Deliver non-judgemental care
• Build strong links with partners and stakeholders
• Promote best practice, clinical supervision and continuous quality improvement
• Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care

Qualifications

• Evidence of continued professional development

Registration & licences

• Registered adult nurse with NMC registration

Skills & knowledge

• Understanding of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working
• Non-judgemental and compassionate approach
• Excellent communication skills

Checks & eligibility

• Legal right to work in the UK
• Additional vetting and security checks

Nice to have

• Experience in a hospital, community or prison environment

What’s offered

• Bespoke induction, including the Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Bespoke Learning Management System
• Support from the wider team
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline
• Financial assistance when needed

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