Substance Misuse Non Medical Prescriber - HMP Liverpool

Role description

Job summary

Are you a Registered Nurse and Non Medical Prescriber seeking a role that truly makes a difference? We're looking for an experienced SMS NMP to join our enhanced primary care service - where every day brings new challenges and rewards in equal measure.

Why work with us?

?Outstanding reputation- CQC-praised for innovative care and strong leadership

?Excellent benefits- NHS pension, competitive salary, enhanced weekend/night rates

?Job security- stable, long-term career opportunities

?Career development- comprehensive development strategy for all clinical staff

?Supportive environment- work alongside a committed, collaborative team

At Spectrum Community Health CIC we are offering the right candidate an opportunity to deliver meaningful care in a dynamic setting where no two days are the same. If you're ready for a fulfilling career that challenges you professionally while offering exceptional rewards, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Work as part of a team to develop individual care plans through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning.
• Manage a caseload of complex cases requiring NMP oversight of treatment- utilising a range of options such as methadone and buvidal.
• Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions in both a group and 1-1 setting.
• Work collaboratively with the GP's, other Nurses and the management team to shape a high-quality service to patients.
• Provide leadership to junior staff by maintaining professional standards, ensuring adherence to all relevant policies and procedures to ensure the delivery of high-quality care.
• To undertake the duties of non-medical prescribing within the substance misuse service ensuring compliance with Spectrum's policies.
• This includes being involved with shift planning, taking appropriate action to adjust staffing levels and to prioritise the workload in accordance with patient need, service demand and the availability of staff.
• The post holder will be involved with assessing, diagnosing, providing advice and administering care to patients.
• You will also be expected to demonstrate knowledge, skills and understanding of health issues and treatment options.
• There is an expectation of shift work as you may cover our reception department, providing essential SMS assessments and prescribing for patients requiring stabilisation/detoxes.

About us

The Health and Justice division of Spectrum Community Health plays a crucial role in positively impacting the lives of individuals within secure environments, sexual health services and short term holding facilities.

We offer an array of opportunities to enhance your skills and broaden your experience.

We have an ambition to become a truly lived experience inclusive employer, changing how we approach staff experience and value personal stories our colleagues bring with them.

We welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who belong to LGBTQIA+ Community and are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and Asexual, people with a disability, neurodivergent applicants and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.