Job summary
Internal MPFT Applicants only, working within the Burntwood/Lichfield and Mercian IMHTs who are currently and NMP, or on the pathway to become an NMP
We are looking to appoint a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Non-Medical Independent Prescriber (NMP) to join our Integrated Mental Health team based in Lichfield. This role will involve delivering on agreed reviews of prescribed medications for people who are under the Essential Shared Care Agreement (ESCA) with their GPs.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work closely with their colleagues to deliver on quality and physical health quality improvement and will be responsible for ensuring high quality care for service users within the community. This includes prioritising physical health needs, promoting engagement with screening, assessment and monitoring of physical health and prescribed medications in partnership with primary and secondary care sectors.
Part of this role will also involve working within the IMHT, developing and deliveringagreed clinical processes which willinclude working collaboratively with the clinical team to assess, review and monitor people's health including reviewing prescribed medications as an NMP
About us
By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by:
Supporting your career development and progression.
Excellent NHS Pension scheme
Generous maternity, paternity, adoption leave
Options for flexible working
Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients.
Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
Free car parking at all trust sites
Free flu vaccination every year
Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)
And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
What is it like to be a Mental Health Nurse in a community setting at MPFT? - YouTube
The team is looking for an individual who is enthusiastic, passionate, motivated and one who is willing to make a difference to their community, supporting individuals with their mental health and physical health care needs. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment. You will be able to work autonomously and as part of a team. There is expectation to deliver review appointments within primary care facilities and therefore access to suitable transport during work hours is essential.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early depending on the volume of applications we receive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
What is it like to be a Mental Health Nurse in a community setting at MPFT? - YouTube
The team is looking for an individual who is enthusiastic, passionate, motivated and one who is willing to make a difference to their community, supporting individuals with their mental health and physical health care needs. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment. You will be able to work autonomously and as part of a team. There is expectation to deliver review appointments within primary care facilities and therefore access to suitable transport during work hours is essential.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early depending on the volume of applications we receive.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualified/registered mental health nurse plus diploma level equivalent qualification in sphere of professional practice
- Additional specialist training, Non Medical prescribing V30
- Evidence of professional updating and development within mental health services
Desirable
- ADHD Specialist Training
- Autism Specialist Training
Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable experience of delivering therapeutic interventions to clients within a mental health setting
- Experience of working therapeutically in community settings
- Experience of working with more complex and challenging needs
- Current member of the MPFT IMHT BLM team
Desirable
- Experience of supervising junior staff
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of various approaches to mental health assessment
- Knowledge of therapeutic approaches appropriate to use with complex and challenging needs in mental health care
- Knowledge of ADHD/ASC assessment, treatment and review
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualified/registered mental health nurse plus diploma level equivalent qualification in sphere of professional practice
- Additional specialist training, Non Medical prescribing V30
- Evidence of professional updating and development within mental health services
Desirable
- ADHD Specialist Training
- Autism Specialist Training
Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable experience of delivering therapeutic interventions to clients within a mental health setting
- Experience of working therapeutically in community settings
- Experience of working with more complex and challenging needs
- Current member of the MPFT IMHT BLM team
Desirable
- Experience of supervising junior staff
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of various approaches to mental health assessment
- Knowledge of therapeutic approaches appropriate to use with complex and challenging needs in mental health care
- Knowledge of ADHD/ASC assessment, treatment and review
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).
