Prison Cleared Registered General Nurse

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Job Title
Prison Cleared Registered General Nurse

Location
Nottingham, UK

Salary
£27 - £37 Hourly

Contract Type
Ongoing, Locum, Ad-hoc / Part Time

Working Hours
Flexible ad-hoc or part-time shifts over a 7-day service with varied hours between 07:30 - 21:00 or 07:30 - 18:00

Job Overview
Exciting opportunity for a Prison Cleared Registered General Nurse in Nottingham, UK. This rewarding locum position offers an hourly rate of £27 - £37 and is ongoing. As an RGN with prison clearance, you will be delivering high-quality nursing care within a custodial setting. Join our team and make a meaningful difference while advancing your career in a unique environment.

You must have current prison clearance to be considered for this role.

Perks and Benefits

• Embrace the flexibility of ad-hoc and part-time shifts, allowing you to balance your work and personal life effortlessly.

• Enjoy the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging setting where no two days are the same.

• Gain access to a variety of learning and development opportunities, helping you expand your skills and advance your career.

• Experience the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of individuals with unique healthcare needs.

Purpose of the Role

To deliver safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care to individuals within a custodial setting, ensuring health needs are met in line with NHS standards. The postholder will provide primary care, long-term condition management, and urgent care to people in prison, promoting health, wellbeing, and rehabilitation while maintaining security and professional boundaries.

What You Will Do

• Deliver high-quality general nursing care to patients in a prison setting.

• Undertake comprehensive health assessments, triage, and care planning for new admissions and existing patients.

• Manage acute and chronic conditions including diabetes, respiratory disease, cardiovascular conditions, and wound care.

• Administer medications safely, including controlled drugs, in line with PGDs and Trust policy.

• Provide emergency and urgent care, responding to medical incidents within the prison.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote healthy lifestyles, including smoking cessation, substance misuse support, and health education.

• Support patients with mental health needs, learning disabilities, and substance misuse issues in partnership with specialist teams.

• Identify and manage safeguarding concerns, including vulnerability, self-harm, and suicide risk.

• Work collaboratively with GPs, mental health teams, substance misuse services, prison officers, and allied health professionals.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (Adult) qualification.

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

• Prison security clearance (or willingness to undergo vetting).

Person Specification

• Experience working as an RGN in a primary care, community, or acute setting.

• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care autonomously.

• Experience managing long-term conditions and delivering clinical interventions.

Why Nottingham?
Nottingham is a vibrant city, perfect for those seeking culture and adventure. With its lively atmosphere, rich history, and beautiful surroundings, it offers a great place to live and work. Enjoy exploring the city's unique shops, cafes, and attractions in your free time. Join us in Nottingham and bring your skills to a role that truly makes a differe