Location
Livingston, West Lothian | United Kingdom
Job description
Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced General Nurse with prison clearance to join our client's healthcare team in Livingston. As a General Nurse with prison clearance, you will play a crucial role in providing healthcare services to incarcerated individuals, ensuring their well-being while adhering to the unique challenges and security protocols of a correctional facility.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment and Care:
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments of inmates, including physical and mental health evaluations.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans, providing nursing care, medications, and treatments as required.
Emergency Response:
- Be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to medical emergencies within the prison facility.
- Administer basic life support measures and coordinate with the healthcare team for advanced care when necessary.
Medication Management:
- Administer medications accurately and safely, adhering to prescribed dosages and schedules.
- Monitor inmates for medication compliance and report any adverse reactions or concerns.
Security and Safety:
- Comply with all prison security measures and safety protocols.
- Maintain awareness of potential security risks while providing healthcare services.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed and accurate medical records for each patient, including electronic health records (EHR).
- Prepare reports and documentation in accordance with prison healthcare policies and regulatory requirements.
Infection Control:
- Implement strict infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the prison population.
- Promote and educate inmates on proper hygiene and disease prevention.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with the prison's healthcare team, including physicians, psychologists, and social workers, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Communicate effectively with inmates, addressing their health needs and concerns.
Qualifications:
- Valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Previous experience working as a General Nurse in a correctional facility or similar secure environment with prison clearance.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a challenging and secure environment.
- Knowledge of correctional healthcare regulations and protocols is a plus.
Job tags
Salary
£25 - £34 per hour
