Prison nurse jobs

We need prison nurses for temporary, last minute placements throughout England and Wales. Thornbury supplies a range of prison nurse jobs in prisons, custodial settings and young offender’s institutes. You’ll need to work to our high standards and in return you’ll receive full professional support from us.

Requirements

  • A valid NMC Pin
  • A willingness to work to our company expectations
  • Evidenced completion of NOMS or CTC clearance dependent, on the category of prison
  • Evidenced completion of Child Protection Training (Level 3) if working in a young offender’s institute
  • The ability to undertake a range of core skills in the prison medical centre, with a focus on the promotion of health and well-being
  • A minimum of 12 months experience in the last 18 months
Pay Rates
Shifts
Total hourly pay UK
Basic Mon-Fri 8am-2pm
P1 Mon-Thurs 2pm-8am
P2 Fri 2pm – Mon 8am
BH Bank/Public Holidays
£47.00
£53.00
£58.50
£96.50
Shifts
Total hourly pay UK
Basic Mon-Fri 8am-2pm
P1 Mon-Thurs 2pm-8am
P2 Fri 2pm – Mon 8am
BH Bank/Public Holidays
£47.00
£53.00
£58.50
£96.50
Show breakdown
Shifts
Total hourly pay UK
Basic Mon-Fri 8am-2pm
P1 Mon-Thurs 2pm-8am
P2 Fri 2pm – Mon 8am
BH Bank/Public Holidays
£47.00
£53.00
£58.50
£96.50
Shifts
Total hourly pay UK
Basic Mon-Fri 8am-2pm
P1 Mon-Thurs 2pm-8am
P2 Fri 2pm – Mon 8am
BH Bank/Public Holidays
£47.00
£53.00
£58.50
£96.50

View all pay rates (including holiday pay)

We also have shifts available for prison nurses throughout England and Wales.

Log in to Quick Nurse or join now to see shifts in these areas.

Prison nurse roles with Thornbury Nursing Services

Thornbury Nursing Services has urgent prison nurse vacancies across England and Wales. We require experienced nurses to provide care within prison medical facilities and units.

Our prison nurse jobs are available in both public and private correctional facilities and detention centres with onsite medical clinics. Register today if you meet our criteria and want access to excellent compensation and benefits.

What does a prison nurse do?

In a prison nurse jobs, you are required to care for inmates and detained individuals in challenging situations, but often your work will include:

  • Conducting health assessments and screening
  • Managing chronic illnesses and conditions
  • Providing emergency and trauma care
  • Administering medications and treatments
  • Coordinating care with external healthcare providers
  • Ensuring medical needs and comfort of inmates

Requirements for our prison nurse jobs

Thornbury Nursing Services prison nurses maintain our high care standards even when taking challenging last-minute assignments. We recruit professionals committed to delivering dedicated, non-judgmental care.

Before applying, please ensure you have the requirements above to align with our prison nursing standards for a smooth application process.

Why work as a prison nurse with Thornbury?

As a leading nursing recruitment firm, we find rewarding roles for prison nurses across England and Wales. Our prison nurses receive:

  • Highly competitive pay
  • Reimbursement of NMC registration fees
  • Coverage of travel expenses
  • Free annual flu vaccination
  • 24-hour support line
  • Access to exclusive professional development training

Once registered, use our Quick Nurse platform to easily find and select prison nurse shifts that fit your schedule and preferences, whether part-time or full-time.

Where we’re looking for prison nurses

At Thornbury Nursing, we’re looking for experienced prison nurses to work at facilities throughout England and Wales.

Wherever you’re working with us, all travel costs are always covered; as travel costs can take a chunk out of what you’ve earned, so with Thornbury we ensure you keep as much as possible from your wages.

Register today to get started with us and find the latest prison nursing jobs.

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Frequently asked questions

How much experience do I need?

You’ll need a minimum of 12 months experience in the last 18 months, working in an intensive care setting (general, cardiac, neuro or burns).

Do you have work for prison nurses near me?

We have shifts across England and Wales. Just use the Quick Nurse app to browse based on your location and you will instantly find the closest shifts available.

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