Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge working in an alternative healthcare setting?
We deliver transformational models of forensic, physical, and mental healthcare into police custody suites. Police Custody Healthcare professionals play a pivotal role assisting the criminal justice system.
We believe we can make a real difference to those with vulnerabilities and healthcare needs whilst being able to support the police with obtaining evidential samples. We care for some of the most vulnerable people in society who are taken into custody suites. Operating with independence and autonomy, your actions can be lifesaving when you consider the physical and mental challenges of people who often have a high dependency on drugs and alcohol and exhibit difficult behaviors. Maintaining detailed and accurate records to ensure the health, safety and welfare of detained persons held in police custody is paramount.
This role requires full police vetting, and it is essential that you can travel.
Main duties of the job
Your role involves:- Conducting clinical assessments ensuring fitness to be detained identifying any long Term Conditions, Minor illness/injuries, Emergency treatment, Mental health, substance misuse along with Forensic sampling.
If you're a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual, with a background and professional registration, either a nurse or a paramedic with a minimum of 3-4 years post registration we want to hear from you. We also welcome advanced skills including Non-medical prescribing. This is an autonomous role where you will need to be confident with your clinical skills, emergency response and decision making as you will be working independently.
Excellent communication and documentation skills are a must as you will be working collaboratively with our partners.
Full training will be provided with ongoing support.
This role requires full police vetting, and it is essential that you can drive and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.
About us
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. Here are some of the most important ones:
- 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Highly regarded NHS Pension Scheme
- A supportive, structured preceptorship programme for all registered new starters
- A close-knit environment, with daily handover clusters
- Relocation allowance up to £8,000
- Professional development opportunities including coaching, training and education support
- Salary sacrifice or lease car schemes
- Health and wellbeing including gym membership, occupational health service and priority access to mental health services
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for their own caseload within their speciality area as an autonomous practitioner. In doing so, they will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient centred programmes of care to a specialist level ensuring that they practice within their sphere of competence and knowledge. The post holder will work to professional and regulatory body codes, standards and guidance at all times ensuring that their practice is grounded in evidence based theoretical and practical knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical
1.1. Demonstrates a detailed theoretical and practical knowledge of common aetiologies, pathologies, conditions and presentations – involving a critical understanding of theories and principles
1.2. Demonstrates innovative and specialist skills to select methods and tools to holistically assess, plan, implement and evaluate in a complex and specialised field of work
1.3. Demonstrates highly developed physical skills where dexterity and accuracy are important e.g. syringe pumps and infusions, manual treatments
1.4. Makes consistent judgements requiring complex fact analysis, interpretation and comparison of options and ensures clinical reasoning is reflected accurately in case records
1.5. Engages and actively involves the individual and, if appropriate, their family/carer, in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of treatment and/or care by using person-centred techniques to promote a culture of involvement and empowerment
1.6. Works to standards of proficiency identified by their professional and regulatory bodies performing clinical treatments/procedures to a competent standard
1.7. Prioritises their own workload, and that of the wider team, within agreed objectives deciding when to refer to others as appropriate
1.8. Provides and receives complex, sensitive or contentious information where motivational, persuasive, empathetic, negotiating and reassurance skills are required whilst demonstrating an understanding of barriers to communication
1.9. Approaches each individual with care, compassion and sensitivity ensuring that these values are reflected in all areas of practice including the management of any complaints and compliments
1.10. To comply with the organisations’ Infection Prevention and Control requirements, including “bare below the elbows” dress code for staff with a direct care delivery role
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for their own caseload within their speciality area as an autonomous practitioner. In doing so, they will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient centred programmes of care to a specialist level ensuring that they practice within their sphere of competence and knowledge. The post holder will work to professional and regulatory body codes, standards and guidance at all times ensuring that their practice is grounded in evidence based theoretical and practical knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical
1.1. Demonstrates a detailed theoretical and practical knowledge of common aetiologies, pathologies, conditions and presentations – involving a critical understanding of theories and principles
1.2. Demonstrates innovative and specialist skills to select methods and tools to holistically assess, plan, implement and evaluate in a complex and specialised field of work
1.3. Demonstrates highly developed physical skills where dexterity and accuracy are important e.g. syringe pumps and infusions, manual treatments
1.4. Makes consistent judgements requiring complex fact analysis, interpretation and comparison of options and ensures clinical reasoning is reflected accurately in case records
1.5. Engages and actively involves the individual and, if appropriate, their family/carer, in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of treatment and/or care by using person-centred techniques to promote a culture of involvement and empowerment
1.6. Works to standards of proficiency identified by their professional and regulatory bodies performing clinical treatments/procedures to a competent standard
1.7. Prioritises their own workload, and that of the wider team, within agreed objectives deciding when to refer to others as appropriate
1.8. Provides and receives complex, sensitive or contentious information where motivational, persuasive, empathetic, negotiating and reassurance skills are required whilst demonstrating an understanding of barriers to communication
1.9. Approaches each individual with care, compassion and sensitivity ensuring that these values are reflected in all areas of practice including the management of any complaints and compliments
1.10. To comply with the organisations’ Infection Prevention and Control requirements, including “bare below the elbows” dress code for staff with a direct care delivery role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Degree or Diploma
- Registered Nurse / Registered Paramedic (NMC, HCPC)
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- NMP
- Mentorship
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Evidence based practice
- Supervision delegation
Desirable
- Innovation
- Research
- Conflict resolution
Car Driver
Essential
- Car driver with full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle
Experience
Essential
- 3-4 years post registration in police custody or related field or equivalent experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Degree or Diploma
- Registered Nurse / Registered Paramedic (NMC, HCPC)
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- NMP
- Mentorship
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Evidence based practice
- Supervision delegation
Desirable
- Innovation
- Research
- Conflict resolution
Car Driver
Essential
- Car driver with full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle
Experience
Essential
- 3-4 years post registration in police custody or related field or equivalent experience.
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
