Nurse- RGN inPeterborough inPeterborough PUBLISHED FRI 8 NOV 2024

Band 6: £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa, pro rata PERMANENT
HMP

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust rouG57Qu

The Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered General Nurse (RGN) to join the Primary Care Team at HMP Peterborough. Candidates should possess strong communication and organisational skills, with a keen interest in working with the prison population. Responsibilities include providing high-quality, research-based care, triaging patients, leading nurse-led clinics, and responding to emergencies. The role also involves supervising junior staff, participating in audits and research, and contributing to the overall healthcare service delivery within the prison environment.

Successful applicants will benefit from a supportive induction period, regular supervision, and ongoing training opportunities. This position requires leadership qualities to set an example for junior staff and a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of patients and colleagues alike. HMP Peterborough is a unique facility that supports both male and female inmates, including a mother and baby unit, emphasizing the need for a caring and organized individual to enhance the healthcare provided in this setting.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at HMP Peterborough in the Primary Care Team. We are looking for an individual who possess a caring, positive attitude and is dedicated and conscientious. Good communication abilities, compassion and organisational skills are paramount. The candidates will have the ability to lead by example and work well in a team. A strong interest in working with prisoners is essential.

HMP Peterborough is a local Category B prison. It is England's only dual purpose-built prison for men and women, including a mother and baby unit, who are kept separate at all times. The prison is located in the city of Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, and accommodates up to 360 female and 868 adult male prisoners.

We are a warm and friendly team who pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of care. The successful candidates will benefit from an extensive supernumerary induction period, alongside regular supervision and appraisals and be encouraged to undertake training so why not drop us a line and come and have a look around

The post holder will ensure the provision of research based high quality care to patients in HMP Peterborough in accordance with local and national policies.

The post holder will undertake various duties within HMP Peterborough, including acting as a responder to emergencies, screening patients in reception and on the wings, triaging patients and holding nurse led clinics.

The post holder will demonstrate leadership qualities and set an example to junior staff through their own behaviour and attitude at all times.

The post holder will oversee the provision of day to day healthcare services in the absence of the clinical lead

The post holder will participate in audits, research and project work as requested.

The post holder will be responsible for supervising and supporting junior staff / students and support their development and education.

The post holder will develop and support the concept of change, contributing ideas whilst demonstrating an awareness of prison issues

Our mission, making a difference for you, with you was chosen by our staff and stakeholders. It means in everything we do and through every service we provide, we want to make a positive difference in people's lives - for those we care for, those we work with and those who work with us. Everyone is part of our team.