Nurse Brentwood, England
Job description
Do you ever feel that your current role just isn't fulfilling or rewarding enough?
Are you looking for an alternative career path within the field of Nursing, where you can develop and expand your knowledge and skills?
We're looking for a caring and compassionate nurses (RGNs) to provide holistic care and support to victims of sexual assault.
We want you to bring your unique set of skills and experience to a special place where you can reach your true potential.
Each region has its own dedicated SARC (sexual assault referral centre) which offers support and practical help to anyone who has been a victim of rape or sexual assault. Our services are co-funded by the Police and the NHS.
The nursing team are responsible for providing a dedicated 24/7 service for the forensic and acute health needs and requirements.
As a Forensic Nurse Examiner, you'll recieve full training and support.
The nursing team are responsible for providing a dedicated 24/7 service for the forensic and acute requirements.
This is a full time vacancy of 42 hours per week (on average), though part time applications will also be considered.
The shift times are 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am.
The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) will be responsible for providing:
(duties will include, but are not limited to):
- Providing telephone advice to patients and colleagues.
- Undertaking Holistic assessments including sexual health, mental health & safeguarding.
- Use of a camera system to document injuries.
- Information sharing where appropriate.
- Producing individual management plans
- Support the continued quality improvement of the service.
- Forensic examinations and obtaining forensic exhibits.
Please note, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including; an Enhanced DBS check, 2 satisfactory references and a Police vetting checks.
Whilst the position may be based from one location, additional travel will be a requirement of the role to locations across the county (including local hospitals).
Because of the nature of the Forensic Nurse Examiner role applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)b and 7(2)e.
Benefits:
What we offer
- Enhanced sickness pay scheme
- Well-being programme
- Advanced rota planning for better work-life balance
- 6 weeks annual leave
- Pension Scheme
- Bonus Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistant Programme
- Long Service/Team of the Month Awards
- A range of accredited and CPD training courses & masterclasses
- Funding for higher education courses after one years’ service
Essential Skills:
- Registered General/Adult Nursing Qualification.
- A minimum of 1+ year post qualification experience.
- Experience of working with vulnerable people.
- Excellent Communication Skills.
- Full U.K Drivers Licence
Desired Skills:
- Experience of working in a field related to Sexual Health.
- Experience of supporting victims of sexual assault.
About Company:
Mountain Healthcare is a clinically-led business, specialising in healthcare and referral services for vulnerable people. Commissioned by NHS England and the Police, our aim is to provide the best possible standard of healthcare, through excellent operational delivery, robust quality assurance and governance as well as a focus on innovation.
As a leading provider of criminal justice healthcare services, our current contracts cover Sexual Assault Referral Centres, Police Custodial Healthcare, Healthcare in Secure Children's Homes, and clinical telephone advice. We provide high-quality holistic care to vulnerable individuals.
Mountain healthcare prides itself on providing a healthier work/life balance and we recognise achievements with awards and bonuses! We offer a highly competitive salary along with some great benefits.
We are unique, in that although we are a nationwide company with over 400 employees, we still maintain that family feel and ensure everyone feels like a valued member of our team. We are passionate about our values which are to ‘Be Kind’ and ‘Do the right thing’. We believe we can make a real difference to those who are vulnerable within the criminal justice system and would love like-minded individuals to join our team.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £37,770.00-£41,038.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: On the road
