Registered Nurse​/Paramedic - Loddon Valley

Mountain Healthcare is one of the UK’s leading providers of forensic custody healthcare. Working in partnership with the police, and wider criminal justice agencies, we deliver high‑quality care to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.

We are recruiting Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals (RGNs and Paramedics) to deliver specialist healthcare within police custody. Full accredited training is provided, so prior custody experience is not required.

• Conduct clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention, interview, charge and release, including capacity assessments.
• Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and provide healthcare advice in a fast‑paced custody environment.
• Support detainees with mental health needs, substance misuse, alcohol dependency and complex vulnerabilities.
• Collect, preserve and document forensic samples in line with evidential and legal standards.
• Produce accurate clinical and evidential records, including injury documentation.
• Liaise with police, custody teams, NHS services and other agencies to support safe onward care.
• Attend hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act.
• Prepare professional statements and attend court as an impartial healthcare witness when required.

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration, or Paramedic with current HCPC registration.
• At least three years’ post‑qualification experience in an acute or relevant setting, such as frontline ambulance, A&E, prison, custody or urgent care.
• Strong assessment, communication and decision‑making skills, with confidence working autonomously.
• A calm, professional and compassionate approach with vulnerable people, including those who may be distressed, intoxicated or experiencing acute mental health symptoms.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than six penalty points.
• Ability to complete enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting.
• Full right to work in the UK and a minimum of three years’ UK residency prior to application.
• Willingness to complete externally accredited forensic training within the first year of employment.

• Full‑time employees are contracted to 42 hours per week.
• The main place of work will be Loddon Valley Custody Suite.

• A joining bonus of up to £1,500 pro‑ratta for FTE (e.g., £750 paid after the probation period and £750 paid after a year in the role).
• Referral bonus of £500 for a friend.
• NMC/HCPC registration paid.
• Access to company pension scheme.
• Overtime at enhanced rates.
• A supportive, values‑driven culture where professionalism and compassion are recognised.
• A unique clinical environment where no two shifts are the same.
• Exposure to specialist forensic skills including evidential documentation and forensic sampling.
• Opportunities to progress within one of the UK’s most respected forensic healthcare providers.
• Accredited forensic training and structured development.