Do you want to be part of anexciting new work stream to help improve the lives and wellbeing of others?
We are looking for apassionate and motivated individual to join our substance use service on acasual, as and when required basis. This flexible opportunity is ideal for aqualified non-medical prescriber looking to provide specialist prescribing anda range of clinical interventions, working alongside our recovery caseworkers to deliver an effective and comprehensive package of care to service users.
Main duties of the job
In this role you will:
Prescribeand review medication in accordance with evidence-practice and national and localprotocols.
Identifyand assess the suitability of service users for in-patient alcohol and opioiddetoxification.
Assessphysical and mental health needs.
Proactivelysupport the preventions, identification, and treatment of blood borne viruses.
Supportservice users to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage healthierlifestyles.
About us
Our Values are a critical element of our strategy to create a brighterfuture for Middlesbrough. They will be at the heart of everything we do andwill be the foundation for how we operate, behave and make decisions. Having these values will help yoube the best you can be and help Middlesbrough to grow and thrive.
Job responsibilities
Diagnose and manage on an individual needs basis,integrating both drug and non-drug-based treatment methods into a managementplan, in conjunction with the caseworker.
All relative prescribing practice including but notexclusively assessment, titration, review of therapeutic effectiveness,detoxification, relapse prevention.
Prescribe and review medication in accordance withevidence-based practice and national and local protocols, and within scope ofpractice.
Identify and assess suitability of service users forin-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification as appropriate.
Assess physical and mental health needs,facilitating access to appropriate interventions in collaboration with thecaseworker.
Proactively in the prevention, identification, andtreatment of blood borne viruses.
Support service users to adopt health promotionstrategies that promote healthy lifestyles.
To adhere to the medicines management guidance andlocal prescribing pathways on appropriate prescribing.
Contribute to the effective and person-centred careplanning and risk management of individuals receiving treatment.
Understand andapply legal framework/processes that support the identification of vulnerableand abused children and adults and be aware of statutory child/vulnerableservice users health procedures and local guidance.
Carry outduties as required by the service commensurate with grade and experience.
Person Specification
Experience
- At least one years relevant and recent experience of working within substance misuse treatment setting.
Qualifications
- First level registered nurse with a current PIN or qualified pharmacist/paramedic with current GPhC registration and independent non-medical.
- Post-graduation qualification in drugs and/or alcohol (e.g., RCGP).
Knowledge and Skills
- Sound and demonstrable knowledge of clinical prescribing issues.
- Sound and demonstrable knowledge of harm reduction and health promotion interventions.
- Knowledge of the issues facing substance misusers including appropriate medical interventions, social care, and health issues.
- Ability to assess and recovery plan service users and formulate written reports as necessary.
- Ability to interpret relevant medical test results.
- Can demonstrate competence to undertake physical examinations relevant to their prescribing role.
- Ability to communicate confidently and effectively, verbally and in writing.
- An understanding of and commitment to safeguarding best practice.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Casual Specialist Nurse Prescriber employer: Middlesbrough Council
Join Middlesbrough Council as a Casual Specialist Nurse Prescriber and be part of a dedicated team focused on improving the lives and wellbeing of individuals in our community. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development, with ongoing training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave, employee discounts, and a robust pension scheme. Located in the vibrant town of Middlesbrough, this role provides a unique chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible working environment.
