Prison Cleared Rgn in Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire

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Prison Cleared RGN

Specialism: Prison Healthcare / Secure Services
Location: Northamptonshire, UK
Salary: £26.00 per hour
Job type: Full-time / Part-time
Contract: Ongoing (Locum)

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Prison Cleared Registered General Nurse (RGN) to work within a secure custodial healthcare environment in Northamptonshire. This ongoing locum role offers both full-time and part-time flexibility, making it ideal for nurses seeking variety, professional challenge, and a strong work–life balance.

You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to individuals within the prison system, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams while maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice, security, and professionalism.

Perks and benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: Earn £26.00 per hour with the flexibility and control that locum work provides.

• Part-time / full-time options: Choose a working pattern that fits around your lifestyle and commitments.

• Unique clinical experience: Develop specialist skills within a secure and challenging healthcare setting.

• Diverse patient exposure: Work with individuals presenting complex physical health, mental health, and substance misuse needs.

• Supportive MDT environment: Be part of a collaborative team that values professional development and high-quality care.

Role purpose

To deliver safe, effective, and person-centred nursing care within a custodial setting, in line with NHFT policies, NMC standards, and prison service requirements. The post holder will address the physical and mental health needs of prisoners while maintaining security, ethical practice, and professional boundaries at all times.

What you will do

• Deliver holistic nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

• Undertake physical health assessments, chronic disease management, wound care, medication administration, and health monitoring.

• Respond effectively to acute presentations and medical emergencies within the prison environment.

• Promote health and wellbeing through tailored health promotion and preventative interventions.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records in line with information governance standards.

• Administer medications in accordance with PGDs, Trust policy, and prison protocols.

• Identify and respond appropriately to mental health needs, substance misuse issues, and safeguarding concerns.

• Support individuals at risk of self-harm or suicide in line with ACCT processes.

• Work collaboratively with mental health teams, substance misuse services, social care, and primary care colleagues.

• Operate safely within prison security procedures while preserving dignity and respect for all patients.

• Adhere to infection control, risk management, and clinical governance procedures.

• Act consistently in line with the NMC Code of Conduct and organisational values.

• Participate in MDT meetings, care planning, and transfer or discharge arrangements.

• Escalate clinical concerns appropriately and contribute to continuous service improvement.

• Support and supervise junior staff, students, or healthcare assistants where appropriate.

• Engage in clinical audit, mandatory training, and ongoing professional development.

Person specification

Essential

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.

• Experience working with vulnerable or complex patient groups.

• Ability to work autonomously and make sound clinical decisions.

• Strong communication, organisational, and documentation skills.

• Willingness to undergo prison clearance and enhanced DBS checks.

Desirable

• Previous experience within prison healthcare, forensic, or secure settings.

• Background in mental health, substance misuse, or primary care.

• Non-medical prescribing qualification (Band 6 level).

• Evidence of continued professional development.

Why Northamptonshire?

Northamptonshire offers an excellent quality of life, combining attractive countryside with well-connected towns and strong transport links. With its rich history, green spaces, and vibrant local communities, it provides a balanced setting for professionals seeking both career opportunity and lifestyle appeal.

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