Location
Kettering, Northamptonshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered General Nurse (RGN) to join our client's healthcare team in Kettering. As an RGN in a prison healthcare setting, you will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive medical care to incarcerated individuals, ensuring their health and well-being while adhering to the unique challenges 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 for inmates, addressing both chronic conditions and acute medical needs.
Medication Management:
- Administer medications as prescribed, adhering to proper dosage and timing.
- Maintain accurate medication records and monitor inmates' compliance with medication regimens.
Emergency Response:
- Be prepared to respond promptly to medical emergencies within the prison, including assessing and stabilizing patients.
- Coordinate with the healthcare team to ensure the delivery of timely and appropriate care.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed and accurate medical records, documenting all patient interactions, assessments, and treatment plans.
- Prepare and submit reports as required by prison healthcare policies and regulatory agencies.
Prison Security and Safety:
- Comply with all prison security measures and safety protocols.
- Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor when interacting with inmates and prison staff.
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.
Qualifications:
- Valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration as a Registered General Nurse (RGN).
- Previous experience working as an RGN, preferably in a healthcare setting with exposure to a diverse patient population.
- Possession of prison clearance is mandatory.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a secure and potentially challenging environment.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and best practices in correctional healthcare.
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Salary
£24.5 - £34 per hour
