Registered General Nurse Team Leader

Job summary Join our friendly team as aRegistered General NurseTeam Leaderat HMP Chelmsford.You will play an integral role within our prison service, which aims to ensure primary care is at the heart of our everyday role.
The RGN Team Leader will provide high quality care and minor injury treatment to patients with both primary care and acute care role works as part of a team delivering care to patients both within the Healthcare Centres and on the Wings / House blocks within the prison environment as well as establishing and maintaining relationships with staff at all levels, customers and other key stakeholders.About our prisons service-We operate round-the-clock, nurse-led healthcare including prisoner screening on arrival and all primary care such as minor surgery, in-patient units, and prescribing.
We also coordinate a wide range of other service providers, such as GP practices, to provide seamless care.The safety of our team and the people we look after, particularly the most vulnerable, is our priority and we work closely with prison management.
We also maximise the amount of wing-based care given, which not only helps us to reduce risk posed by moving prisoners, but also helps improve waiting times and reduce the number of missed appointments.
Main duties of the job Provide support to RGNs and HCAs, who may require carrying out supervisions/ appraisals on a regular basis.
Complete the induction training for new starters from day one to the end of probation.
Providing training to clinical and non-clinical staff where appropriate.
Assess patients, plan their care, administer treatment and discharge or refer them as appropriate to other healthcare professionals or external agencies.
Assess prisoners fitness for detention, release or transfer.
Provide healthcare interventions to manage minor illness or injury and take appropriate actions and refer onwards for more serious conditions.
Assess alcohol and drug intoxication and withdrawal with support and guidance from IDTS.
Carry out first reception screening, which occurs when a person enters the prison.
You must have the ability to make appropriate recommendations on prisoner care.
Provide professional advice and support to Paramedics, HCAs and non-clinical staff to ensure effective health care in line with current best practice.
Led and participate in primary clinics wound care.
Provide written statements as required and to give oral testimony as required in any Court or Tribunal.
Undertake all duties as required of a Healthcare Professional in HMP Chelmsford .
To carry out any other activity or action appropriate to the role of a Prison Registered General Nurse Team Leader as required.
About us About the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes.
We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team.
Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here.
If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit Job description Job responsibilities You will feel valued as a Registered General Nurse Team Leader with HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including- Competitive salary with weekend enhancements and group pension Flexible working to provide you with that true work / life balance Access to our Strive for Better networks, a national support and professional network made up of NHS professionals like you, giving you the chance to constantly develop industry-leading care and quality Access to Reward Gateway - our staff benefits scheme which grants you access to premium offers and discounts on practical spending at national supermarkets and well known retailers as well as special treats like Virgin Experience Days and Leisure Vouchers Access to our free well-being service available 24/7/365 online and by telephone including; counsellors, post trauma incident support, legal, debt and practical life management helpline, guided self-help, telephonic career coaching and monthly well-being newsletters We are pleased to offer access to Wagestream - which lets you track your pay throughout the month and stream your earned wages into your bank account if you need them.
No more high-interest loans or overdraft fees - simply get paid as you go.
A committed Learning and Development team who work closely with Universities and Health Education England to further your potential and support your progression Access to a range of courses and e-learning to develop further skills, bespoke career pathways and opportunities continuing your professional development Innovative forward-thinking culture with the opportunity to put forward your ideas to contribute to the way we work.
You will be encouraged to apply for national funding to drive your initiatives locally to benefit our patients and service users Rewarding and supportive teams, you will be recognised and have opportunities to recognise others by nominating for local and national awards annually and taking part in our new virtual Ask our Executives event, where you can submit questions to the board and hear updates regularly on company strategy and objectives Working in an environment focused on the highest clinical and quality standards with most of our services being rated overall good or outstanding by the Care Quality CommissionThe Ideal CandidatePerson Specification Excellent communication and inter-personal skills Ability to build and develop relationships Strong leadership and management skills Strong customer service skills Must be confident and capable of autonomous practice Experience / Qualifications Registered Nurse with current NMC PIN Experience in either Accident and Emergency, or other assessment areas of Healthcare Experience in a Prison environment highly desirable Excellent clinical examination skills Experience of vene puncture Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Must have current driving license Person Specification General Requirements Essential Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site Desirable Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site