Band 7 Non Medical Prescriber - Wolverhampton - NHS - ref. x61851923
Please note that this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job overview
The post holder will work within the Treatment team, the team includes 2 NMP, mental health nurses, senior health and wellbeing nurse, consultants, practitioners from our partner agencies which are Nacro and Aquarius. and we have a DALT team working in Royal Wolverhampton trust
This is a very busy service and all our staff lead by our values which are inclusive, compassionate and committed.
The post holder will work closely with the team leader in the development of effective systems and processes for the collection of performance outputs and outcomes in relation to prescribing. You will work with colleagues to ensure that there are effective care pathways to a range of services that will enhance individual recovery, achievement of goals and re-integration.This will be achieved by forming effective partnership links with identified partners and community organisations to enhance service user recovery journey.
Main duties of the job- To work closely with the service manager in the development of effective systems and processes for the collection of performance outcomes in relation to non medical prescribing and other related outcomes within the service.
- To be an independent practitioner within the service
- To manage a defined caseload for prescribing within the service and ensure that non-medical prescribing enhances service delivery.
- Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of clinical care within agreed parameters’, and have a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation that govern role and service provision
- To ensure that service users have a good awareness of prescribed medication including potential side effects.
- Running daily clinics commencing prescribing or reviewing clients medication, hold a case load of prescribing clients. will have a lead in a certain are of the service
- will participate in senior meetings
- work alongside service manager and consultant writing and reviewing pathways and guidelines.
Working for our organisation
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally.We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community.If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
Person specification
experince
Essential criteria- NMC pin number
- Experince in prescribing for a substance misuse service.
Our Trust is committed to treating individuals fairly and ensuring they have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential, even if this means doing things differently for different people sometimes. We are working hard to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity within Birmingham and Solihull and that our services meet the needs of all diverse service users and carers.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.As part of the selection process you may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, however all cases of criminal record history are dealt with on a case by case basis.
Please note, if applicable for your role you will be required to cover the cost of your DBS certificate. This will be deducted from your salary over 3 months. You will also be required to sign up to the DBS Update Service before commencement with the Trust.The Trust will reimburse this. You will be contractually obliged to maintain your subscription.
All successful applicants will be required to complete the Trust’s induction programme. The Fundamental (Statutory and Mandatory) training will be in an e-learning format. You will be required to complete training modules online (approx. 9-14 hours depending on post) by the end of your second week with us.
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