Job summary
Non medical prescriber to work predominately within the ADHD pathway including initiation and titration of ADHD and other medication required for mental health needs.
Clinical role supporting the wider neurodevelopmental pathway and being part of MDT where appropriate.
Close working with the psychiatrists, clinical leads and specialist nurse within the team.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will hold a caseload of young people taking responsibility for initiating and monitoring ADHD medication.
There is also an expectation to be part of wider team MDTs, clinical support and supervision across the neurodevelopmental pathway.
Leadership duties may include audits, supervision and peer support upskilling the wider team.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note to apply for this role you must have the right to work in the UK. CNTW NHS Foundation Trust will not provide sponsorship for this role.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 30th April 2024
Closing date : 14th May 2024
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note to apply for this role you must have the right to work in the UK. CNTW NHS Foundation Trust will not provide sponsorship for this role.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 30th April 2024
Closing date : 14th May 2024
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Qualification RMN/RMNH/RNLD
- Non medical prescribing qualification
- Degree or equivalent qualification or experience in evidence based psychological therapies relevant to Pathway.
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Independent prescribing
- Evidence of ability to maintain accurate patient records
- Experience of initiation and monitoring ADHD/Mental health medication
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience and skill in safeguarding/risk assessment and ensuring appropriate escalation
- Experience of working within CYPS service
Experience
Essential
- Applicable transferable clinical experience at band 6 or above
- Ability to manage competing demands and prioritise workload
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team
- Experience of risk assessment and management
- Experience of supervising peers/junior staff and students
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Qualification RMN/RMNH/RNLD
- Non medical prescribing qualification
- Degree or equivalent qualification or experience in evidence based psychological therapies relevant to Pathway.
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Independent prescribing
- Evidence of ability to maintain accurate patient records
- Experience of initiation and monitoring ADHD/Mental health medication
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience and skill in safeguarding/risk assessment and ensuring appropriate escalation
- Experience of working within CYPS service
Experience
Essential
- Applicable transferable clinical experience at band 6 or above
- Ability to manage competing demands and prioritise workload
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team
- Experience of risk assessment and management
- Experience of supervising peers/junior staff and students
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
