Job overview
Are you looking for a new challenge or the opportunity to develop your career pathway then this could be the job that you are looking for. The Primary Care Team at HMP Nottingham, are seeking a dynamic enthusiastic experienced Primary Care Nurse to join the team. We are looking for someone who enjoys a challenge, can work well within a team and autonomously.
NHFT provide healthcare health and wellbeing services within HMP Nottingham
At Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT), we’re proud to be rated Outstanding by the CQC. We’re committed to innovation, inclusivity, and making a real difference in the lives of our patients and staff.
Why Join NHFT?
- Annual Leave: 27 days + 8 bank holidays (rising with service)
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Health & Wellbeing Support
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Inclusive and supportive team culture
Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency.
Main duties of the job
About the Role
As a Band 5 Primary Care Nurse, you’ll work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care to residents. You’ll be involved in emergency response, screening, vaccination clinics, and nurse-led care delivery across the prison.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care
- Conducting assessments, triage, and risk evaluations
- Administering medications and maintaining accurate records
- Participating in audits, clinical governance, and service improvement
- Supporting junior staff and contributing to team development
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the ‘About You’ Section of the document.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Commitment to professional development and high standards of care
Desirable
- Experience in secure or prison healthcare settings
- Experience in report writing and multi-agency collaboration
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN)
Security Vetting
Essential
- The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards
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This advert is for Primary Care Nurse with Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Kettering, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 25 Jun 2026.
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