Bank post at Workington Custody Suite, where Mountain Healthcare provides forensic healthcare to people detained by police. The work centres on assessing and treating detainees with mental health, substance misuse or safeguarding needs, and collecting forensic evidence. Shifts run 24/7 or on day and night patterns, with at least one shift a month and a high degree of autonomy. Applicants need current NMC or HCPC registration, three years' post-registration acute experience and enhanced DBS with police vetting; forensic experience is not required.
What the job involves
- Assess, treat and support detainees in police custody, including fitness for detention, interview, charge and release
- Manage acute presentations and emergencies
- Support mental health, substance misuse and safeguarding needs
- Carry out clinical and capacity assessments
- Undertake forensic duties including injury assessment and evidential sample collection
- Maintain accurate clinical and legal records
- Advise custody teams and partner agencies
- Attend hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act
- Provide professional statements and attend court when required
- Work with police, NHS and partner agencies on detainee care in custody and on release
What’s required
Registration & licences
- Current NMC registration as a Registered General Nurse, or current HCPC registration as a Paramedic
Experience
- At least three years' post-qualification experience in an acute or relevant setting such as front-line ambulance, A&E, prison, custody or urgent care
Skills & knowledge
- Strong assessment, communication and decision-making skills
- Confidence working autonomously
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting
- Full right to work in the UK and a minimum of three years' UK residency before applying
- Full UK driving licence with fewer than six penalty points
Other
- Willingness to complete externally accredited forensic training within the first year of employment
What’s offered
- Enhanced sickness pay scheme
- Enhanced maternity pay after one year's service
- Company pension scheme
- 6 weeks annual leave
- £1500 pro rata sign-on bonus
- Accredited forensic training and structured development
- NMC or HCPC registration fees paid
- Overtime at enhanced rates
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
