Practice Nurse Job, North East England, Tyne & Wear

Prison Primary Care Nurse

Healthcare Professionals are currently recruiting Primary Care nurses to work in Category B adult male prison serving the communities of Tyneside, Durham and Cumbria.

ROLE SUMMARY

- Delivering high quality nursing care to patients detained within the prison.
- Assessment of patients, carrying out relevant tests, and arranging follow-up whilst offering advice and information.
- Working as part of a multi professional team, in this fast paced environment.
- Administer treatment within local guidelines / protocols.
- Medication reviews.
- Administration of medications, and medication reviews.
- Management of chronic disease.
- Wound management, including suturing.
- Minor injuries, minor ailments and emergency trauma care.
- Immunisations and vaccinations.
- Health promotion and education.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS
* RGN with current NMC registration.
* Previous post graduate experience in the Primary Care or prison setting.
* Experience in triage, minor ailments and minor injuries.
* Experience in chronic disease management.
* Post graduate qualification in chronic disease management, minor ailments or minor injuries a definite advantage.