Release and Transfer Nurse

We have an exciting opportunity to join as a Release and Transfer Nurse to join our team at Heathrow IRC, a Immigration Removal Centre located in West Drayton., As a Release and Transfer Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Manage the assessment of health needs, planning, delivery and evaluation of care, for the prison population, including clinical risk assessment
• Provide care and planning for adult male prisoners from the point of reception until the day of release or transfer to another establishment
• Work collaboratively with the patient and any other agencies to support a safe transition back into the community/ other establishment
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning. It doesnt stop there we also offer:
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
  
  Heathrow IRC combines Colnbrook and Harmondsworth removals centres under one management structure making it the largest immigration removal centre in Europe, with a capacity of 965 residents. You will be working in a team of 6 and is a brand new team based at Heathrow IRC., Registered Adult Nurse
• Evidence of implementation of local and national policies e.g. NICE guidance
• Experience demonstrating high levels of clinical expertise
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate openly, consistently and clearly
Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment. Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

This is a permanent 37.5 hours per week, shifts to be covered are:
• Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £49,000.00 per annum.
How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider team Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks, £47,500 to £49,000 a year Paying up to £XXX - Depending on experience