Prison Nurse - Mental Health in Newcastle upon Tyne - CV-Library

Coyle Personnel are seeking x 3 Mental Health Prison Nurses for long term contracts based throughout the North East of England
Location: NE England
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 16:00/30 PM
Pay Rate: £28-£32 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Applicants must have prison clearance ideally up to Cat B or higher.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver high-quality mental health care to inmates, including assessments, care planning, and therapeutic interventions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of prisoners' mental health needs.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to support the mental health needs of inmates.
• Manage a caseload, adhering to prison protocols and procedures.
• Maintain a high standard of nursing care, including clinical procedures, treatments, and the custody, storage, and administration of drugs.
Mandatory Requirements:
• Current RMN qualification with active registration.
• Valid prison clearance already acquired.
• Strong background in prison-based mental health services.
• Excellent communication, risk assessment, and crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a secure setting.
For more information please contact David Littledyke - Head of Mental Health - (phone number removed)