Registered Nurse/Paramedic – Forensic Custody (Bank) – Abingdon

About the role

Mountain Healthcare is seeking Registered Nurses and Paramedics to join its forensic custody team in Abingdon on a bank basis. You will work alongside police and criminal‑justice partners, providing autonomous clinical assessment, treatment and support to detainees in police custody.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct clinical and capacity assessments of detainees.
• Manage acute healthcare needs and emergencies, including mental health and substance‑misuse issues.
• Collect and document forensic evidence, such as injury assessments and evidential samples.
• Maintain accurate clinical and legal records and provide professional statements.
• Collaborate with police, NHS and partner agencies, including attending hospital procedures under the Road Traffic Act.
• Provide advice to custody teams and attend court when required.

Required profile

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic with at least 3 years post‑registration experience in an acute or urgent‑care setting.
• No prior forensic or custody experience required; training will be provided.

What we offer

• Enhanced sickness, maternity, neonatal and adoption pay.
• Well‑being programme and advanced rota planning for work‑life balance.
• 6 weeks annual leave, pension scheme and life assurance.
• Accredited CPD training, masterclasses and funding for higher‑education courses after one year.
• Estimated £3 000 average overtime pay and a £1 500 pro‑rata sign‑on bonus.
• Relocation expense contribution, referral and sign‑on bonuses.