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We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our team as a Nurse Practitioner in Health and Justice. The successful candidate will work closely with the management team to deliver a comprehensive Primary Health Service to prisoners within our Secure Environments Business Unit.

• Undertake health assessments, administer medication and treatments, perform diagnostic tests as appropriate
• Provide and evaluate a range of health interventions to meet prisoner health and social care needs
• Work flexibly across the service to provide responsive, evidence-based interventions

The post holder will be required to demonstrate knowledge, skills and understanding of health issues and treatment options to provide primary care within the prison, preventing transfer to outside hospital where possible.

1. Deliver high quality care and intervention to patients by demonstrating up-to-date evidence-based practice
2. Ensure medication is administered in accordance with risk assessment and policy
3. Deliver programmes of care for patients that meet their needs for chronic disease and acute episodes of care
4. Be involved in multi-disciplinary and inter-agency care planning to support seamless care provision for those identified with complex health needs

• An estimated salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
• A comprehensive benefits package including access to NHS Pension and annual leave on your Birthday
• Welcome payment for some posts and Refer a friend scheme
• Training and Development opportunities and Flexible Working

Spectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award-winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not-for-profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company, our focus is centred on people – our patients, service users, staff and partners.