Description
Custody Nurse – Perth & Kinross
About SNMS
ScotNursing & Medical Services (SNMS) is one of the leading nursing and care agencies in the country, providing high-quality healthcare services across a range of sectors.
Operating 24/7, our experienced Healthcare and Nursing Coordinators provide dedicated support and guidance to our staff. We offer competitive rates of pay, comprehensive in-house training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
The Role
SNMS is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Nurses to join our Custody Nursing Team, covering Perth & Kinross.
As a Custody Nurse, you will provide clinical assessments, nursing care and triage to individuals in custody and within Scottish court settings.
This is a varied and rewarding role involving individuals with a wide range of physical health, mental health and social care needs.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting clinical assessments and health screening.
Providing nursing care and clinical triage.
Identifying physical and mental health concerns, including substance misuse and withdrawal risks.
Recognising safeguarding concerns and escalating clinical risks appropriately.
Maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Working collaboratively with police personnel, court staff and other healthcare professionals.
Ensuring all individuals in custody are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.Essential Requirements
Current NMC registration.
Minimum 1 year’s recent nursing experience.
Full, valid driving licence.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Flexible, professional and compassionate approach to patient care.Previous experience in patient assessment, mental health, emergency care or substance misuse is advantageous but not essential, as full role-specific training will be provided.
What We Offer
Competitive rates of pay.
Company pension scheme.
Employee referral programme.
Comprehensive in-house training.
Ongoing professional development.
Dedicated 24/7 support from our experienced coordination team.Position Details
Job Title: Registered Custody Nurse
Location: Perth & Kinross
Job Type: Part-Time
Registration: NMC essential
Experience: Minimum 1 year’s recent nursing experience
Driving Licence: EssentialApply Today!
Looking for a new challenge outside traditional nursing environments? Join the SNMS Custody Nursing Team and develop your clinical skills in a varied and rewarding role, making a real difference to individuals within the custody system.
Apply today and become part of ScotNursing & Medical Services
