Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - FT/PT -Abingdon - Custody

Mountain Healthcare Limited; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forensic healthcare provider in the UK is seeking Registered General Nurses or Paramedics with at least three years of experience. The role involves conducting clinical assessments, managing emergencies, and collecting forensic samples. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a full UK driving license, and be willing to undergo forensic training. Flexible working arrangements available, offering both full-time and part-time opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Accredited forensic training

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic with current registration.
• Minimum three years post qualification experience required.
• Full UK driving licence with less than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments.
• Manage medical emergencies and treat injuries.
• Collect and preserve forensic samples according to standards.
• Liaise with police, NHS services, and mental health teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registration

Minimum three years post qualification experience

Job description

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.

Join Mountain Healthcare, one of the UKs leading providers of forensic healthcare and sexual assault referral services. We work in partnership with the police, NHS and other agencies to deliver exceptional care to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. Our teams are known for their professionalism, compassion and commitment to our core values of Being Kind and Doing the Right Thing.

About The Role

Key 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

Why Join Us

• Flexible working arrangements to support work life balance
• Full time and part time positions available
• Accredited forensic training provided
• Supportive values driven team culture

Opportunities to progress within one of the UKs most respected forensic healthcare providers

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registration
• Minimum Three Years Post Qualification Experience
• 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
• Strong communication and decision making skills
• Willingness to complete accredited forensic training within the first year