Care UK
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Bicester, Oxfordshire
Primary Care Night Nurse - HMP Bullingdon
Overview
Job Description
Are you looking for the unexpected? Prisons are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you are a qualified nurse, or soon to qualify, and want a role where you can develop your existing skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this is it! As a healthcare provider, we recognise the fact that prisoners are a socially excluded group with complex healthcare needs that can often be associated with poor outcomes. We believe in putting the patient first, regardless of the environment or their history. We are the market leader, providing care to over 30,000 patients in over 40 prisons across the country. Our core values are; everyone makes a difference, patients are at the heart of everything we do and together we make things better. If you share these values and have transferable skills we want to meet you! Interested in clinical development? We offer opportunities to develop in to a specialist role of your interest which in turn benefits the service. Examples include ANP, BBV, sexual health, plastering, ILS (intermediate life support), health promotion, phlebotomy, vaccinations, suturing, wound care, RCGP, and long term condition courses. What can we offer you? As a Registered Nurse (Adult) you'll be an integral part of the healthcare team by bringing your top notch clinical skills and passion for care to provide night cover to the prison population. You could be involved in anything from undertaking examinations and tests as well as answering emergency bells and potentially being the first person to attend an emergency. You'll receive an annual salary up to 38,000 FTE - depending on experience; free uniform, free mandatory training, indemnity cover, CPD and re-validation support. Working a pattern of 1 week on / 1 week off, you'll be expected to do day shifts every 10-12 weeks to maintain clinical supervision and competencies. As well as a number of benefits including a company pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus 8 public bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) plus other benefits including cycle to work scheme and clinical development opportunities. Onsite benefits at HMP Bullingdon include access to an onsite gym and free parking. How will we support you? Bespoke induction Competency framework Regular clinical supervision Supported development into specialities such as diabetes or asthma Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider team Next steps If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted by Jen Davey the Internal Recruiter for this role. They will submit your CV to the hiring manager and in turn will arrange an interview for you to attend at HMP Bullingdon if the hiring manager feels that you are suitable for the job. More information HMP Bullingdon operates as a local prison holding both remanded and sentenced prisoners. It has a dedicated healthcare unit, specialising in supporting patients with complex medical requirements, mental health issues and primary care needs. Healthcare is provided 24/7, including first and second reception screening for new arrivals, triage and phlebotomy and vaccination clinics. Long term condition clinics are a core clinical activity. The roles are varied, involving assessing and treating patients and carrying out effective care in an ever changing environment; responding to both their physical and mental well-being needs. Our team includes GP's, Clinical Leads, Nurses and HCA's; emergency care is supported by our paramedic and all our clinical staff are trained to deliver intermediate life support (ILS). Pharmacy is managed by our pharmacist and supported by technicians and assistants. Please note that this role is subject to Care UK Terms & Conditions and offers of employment are subject to satisfactory receipt of references, enhanced DBS check and prison vetting. At Care UK we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Employment Type: FULL_TIME