Specialist Nurse Prescriber

Job title:

Specialist Nurse Prescriber

Company

Middlesbrough Council

Job description

Do you want to be part of an exciting new work stream to help improve the lives and wellbeing of others?We are looking for a passionate, motivated individual to provide specialist prescribing and a range of clinical interventions within our substance use service, working in collaboration with the recovery caseworkers to deliver an effective, comprehensive package of care.In this role you will:Prescribe and review medication for accordance with evidence-based practice and national and local protocols.Identify and assess suitability of service users for in-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification.Assess physical and mental health needs.Proactively in the prevention, identification, and treatment of blood borne viruses. Support service users to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles.To be successful in this role you will:Be a qualified Independent Non-Medical Prescriber, first level registered nurse with a current PIN AND or qualified pharmacist with current GPhC registration.At least one year’s relevant and recent experience of working within substance misuse treatment but not essential.Sound and demonstrable knowledge of harm reduction and health promotion interventions.Ability to assess and recovery plan service users and formulate written reports as necessary.Ability to communicate confidently and effectively, verbally and in writing.Full driving licence and access to own transport, or ability to demonstrate easy movement between hubs, as necessary.In return we offer a supportive working environment, opportunities to continue your professional development, employee discounts and a competitive pension scheme.The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.Telephone:
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Expected salary

£46731 – 48710 per year

Location

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Job date

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:20:33 GMT

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