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 caring passionate nurses (RGNs) to join us as Forensic Nurse Examiners 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 forensic and acute health needs and requirements.
As a Forensic Nurse Examiner, you'll receive full training and support to e a qualified Forensic Practitioner, with further opportunities to undertake additional higher education after one year in-post.
This is a full-time vacancy of 40 hours per week. The shifts times are 9am - 5pm, 5pm - 1am, and 1am - 9am.
The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) will be responsible for (duties will include, but are not limited to):
providing telephone advice to patients and colleagues.undertaking holistic assessments including sexual health, mental health, and safeguarding.using a camera system to document injuries.sharing information where appropriate.producing individual management plans.supporting 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, two satisfactory references and Police vetting checks.
Whilst the position may be based from one location, additional travel will be a requirement of the role across York, Hull, and Leeds.
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.
If you are a Nurse, RGN, Adult Nurse, or General Nurse looking for a new opportunity, apply now, and we will be in touch with the next steps towards your new career!
BenefitsWe offer:
Enhanced sickness pay schemeWellbeing programmeAdvanced rota planning for better work-life balance6 weeks annual leavePension schemeBonus schemeLife AssuranceEmployee Assistant ProgrammeLong Service/Team of the Month AwardsA range of accredited and CPD training courses and masterclassesFunding for higher education courses after one years' serviceEssential SkillsQualified Registered Nurse or Paramedic.A minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience Acute medical healthcare experience.Experience of working with vulnerable adults and children.Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and adults.Knowledge and understanding confidentiality.A full UK driving licence.Desirable SkillsLives within 90-minute travelling time to all Y&TH SARCs.Experience of working with individuals plex needs.Experience of working with individuals who have experienced sexual assault/violence.About CompanyMountain 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 petitive salary along with some great benefits.
We are unique, in that although we are a pany 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.