Prison Nurse

Job Description
- Prison Nurse (RGN)

Location:

HMP & YOI Norwich

Agency:
Intrepid Healthcare

Contract:

Agency
- Ongoing Block Booking

Shift Pattern: 07:00-19:30

Working Hours:

5-6 days per week

Pay:
Competitive hourly rates - paid weekly

Intrepid Healthcare is currently recruiting experienced Registered General Nurses (RGNs) for an ongoing block booking opportunity at HMP & YOI Norwich.

This is an excellent opportunity for nurses looking for consistent agency work within a secure healthcare environment.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred healthcare to individuals within the prison setting, supporting their physical and mental health needs while maintaining professional clinical standards.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will provide nursing assessments, treatment, medication management and ongoing patient care.

• Undertake comprehensive nursing assessments and develop appropriate care plans.
• Deliver safe and effective nursing care to patients within the prison environment.
• Administer prescribed medications in accordance with clinical policies and procedures.
• Monitor patients' physical and mental health and identify any deterioration.
• Respond to medical emergencies and elevate clinical concerns appropriately.
• Manage patients with long-term conditions and ongoing healthcare needs.
• Undertake wound care, dressings, observations and other relevant clinical procedures.
• Promote health education and encourage positive lifestyle choices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and clinical documentation.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare assistants, mental health teams and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.
• Follow prison security procedures, safeguarding policies and infection prevention protocol