Job Description

Are you a Band 6 Nurse with Prison Clearance looking for a rewarding locum role in Kent? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

Job Title: Band 6 Nurse – Prison Healthcare Team

Location: Kent

Duration: Locum, Full-Time

Schedule: Shift Rota (including nights, weekends, and public holidays)

Start Date: ASAP

Rate of Pay: £30+ per hour

Contact: Cameron McCoy – (phone number removed) /

What You’ll Be Doing:

Join our dedicated healthcare team within a prison setting and play a key role in providing high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals within the criminal justice system. In this role, you will:

Conduct health assessments and triage prisoners to ensure their health needs are met.

Administer medications and provide clinical interventions as required.

Manage and support prisoners with long-term conditions, acute illnesses, and mental health issues.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, mental health professionals, and social workers.

Support the delivery of primary care services, including general health assessments, wound care, and health promotion.

Assist in developing and implementing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.

Provide education and support to prisoners regarding their health and well-being.

Ensure high standards of clinical governance and compliance with healthcare policies and procedures.

Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

A current and valid registration with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) as a Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN).

Significant post-registration experience, preferably in prison healthcare, forensic, or community nursing.

Strong clinical skills and experience in managing complex care needs.

Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge of prison healthcare protocols, safeguarding procedures, and risk management.

Desirable:

Experience in substance misuse, mental health, or forensic nursing.

Prison healthcare experience or working in secure settings.

Relevant post-registration qualifications (e.g., substance misuse, mental health nursing).

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This is a flexible locum role with shift-based hours, including nights, weekends, and public holidays. The contract is ongoing, with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.

This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Cameron McCoy today at (phone number removed) or email , or click below to apply now.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, incorporating HG Nursing and HG Doctors, is a leading UK recruitment agency for Mental Health Professionals, specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help RMNs, CPNs, Social Workers, Psychologists, and Talking Therapists find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

With exclusive roles and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We’re also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.

The benefits of working with us:

✔ Fast & simple locum registration – get set up quickly

✔ A network of like-minded mental health, nursing, and medical professionals

✔ Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll

✔ Specialist recruitment consultants who understand your field

✔ Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities

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