Job summary
Join a
compassionate, forward-thinking multidisciplinary team within our Adult ADHD
Pathway, part of the wider Adult ADHD and Autism Service. Were seeking an
experienced Band 7 Advanced Nurse Practitioner with prescribing duties to
deliver high-quality assessment and treatment for adults with ADHD.
Based
in Wakefield, our service operates across Wakefield, Kirklees, Barnsley and
Calderdale with a blend of clinic-based and remote working, youll join one of
the UKs largest adult ADHD services. Our clinicians provide diagnostic
assessments and medication management, within a supportive MDT of
psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists and specialist physician
assistants.
Were
proud that our team consistently exceeds NHS Staff Survey benchmarks for
wellbeing, team relationships and feeling valued at work. Professional
development is actively supported, with opportunities for CPD, research and
service innovation for those keen to help shape the evidence base in adult
neurodevelopmental care.
Were
looking for a nurse prescriber who:
Has
experience in mental health or neurodevelopmental services
Values compassionate, person-centred practice
Thrives in a collaborative, team-first environment
Is
eager to grow within a learning-focused service
If youre ready for a
new challenge within a progressive and supportive Adult ADHD Pathway, wed be
delighted to welcome you to our team.
Main duties of the job
Youll
be a visible and valued member of our Adult ADHD Pathway, contributing advanced
clinical expertise within an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team.
Working alongside consultant psychiatrists and senior nursing colleagues,
youll deliver high-quality assessment and treatment while helping to shape the
continued development of our service.
Were
looking for a practitioner who combines clinical confidence with empathy, able
to build trust with adults navigating complex neurodevelopmental journeys.
Youll demonstrate professional curiosity, sound clinical judgment and the
flexibility to adapt to the evolving needs of the pathway. Strong communication
skills, emotional resilience and a collaborative approach are essential, we
value colleagues who bring positivity, reliability and kindness to the team.
In
return, we offer a nurturing environment with structured supervision,
mentorship and CPD, and opportunities to engage in research, service innovation
and reflective practice. Our team consistently scores above NHS Staff Survey
benchmarks for feeling valued and supported, reflecting the culture youll be
joining.
For
more information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact
Rebecca Crisp, Operations Manager, on 01924 316494.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The Post Holder will work as part of the trust wide ADHD & Autism Service in developing alternative ways of working through the introduction of Non Medical Prescribing
The post holder will practice as a non-medical prescriber (independent/supplementary prescribing) in accordance with the Trusts non-medical prescribing policy and protocols
Prescribe as an independent/supplementary prescriber within ones scope of competency
and in accordance with Trust and national policies
Following national training and a period of actively prescribing as a supplementary
prescriber, to work as an independent non-medical prescriber within the designated areas
of clinical practice
Be responsible and accountable for the assessment of the patient with diagnosed and
undiagnosed conditions and for decisions about the clinical management required including prescribing as agreed with Consultant Psychiatrist
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
The post holder will work across the localities supporting an agree caseload. The post holder will:-
- Provide advice and support to other clinicians acting as a source of expertise
- Prescribe for the patients treatment of ADHD and the management of drug-related complications within their own sphere of competence
- Promote the health needs of clients with complex issues and within their sphere of
competence provide interventions for these needs
- Promote clinical excellence by complying with agreed Trust and statutory policies and clinical guidance, while maintaining own clinical competencies in this role
- Work in close collaboration with medical personnel regarding prescribing protocols, policies etc. and where necessary work closely with the independent prescriber in developing and delivering clinical management plans for clients
- Work within relevant NMC/RPSGB and any other appropriate statutory requirements
- Work as an independent non-medical prescriber within areas as required and designated, taking responsibility for the clinical assessment of the patient, establishing a diagnosis and
the clinical management required
- Be responsible for stopping or prescribing where necessary and the appropriateness of any
prescription issue being responsible for prescribing a range of drugs within their
competence in accordance with the Trust protocols and British National Formulary (BNF)
- Carry out appropriate risk assessment regarding prescribing and non-prescribing
interventions and implement appropriate interventions to manage the risks
- Write prescriptions in accordance with Trust policy taking full responsibility for the patient as well as for the medicines prescribed as agreed with the medical prescriber
- Ensure that appropriate records are made in the patients RIO notes which identify
postholder as the independent/supplementary prescriber
- Ensure that a GP is notified when a patient is seen as an out-patient in the event that the
prescription is changed in accordance with service policies
- Responsibility for ensuring that the non-medical prescribing is recorded in line with Trust policy and procedures
- Communicate fully to those patients who are unable to communicate or give consent,
ensuring that the benefits of non-medical prescribing are documented fully and to provide
reassurance to both the patient and the carer that postholder is fulfilling the role of the doctor in this regard, including providing patient information leaflet
- Assist with the development of policies and inform development of non-medical prescribing
across the Trust
- Take the lead on policy, procedural development and patient information development of non-medical prescribing across the Learning Disability Service
- Undertake auditing and monitoring of prescribing in postholders own designated areas of
Practice
- Be responsible for ensuring the security and safe handling of FP10 prescription forms and to report any loss or theft as per Trust guidelines
- as an independent non-medical prescriber, prescribe medication as an independent prescriber within their own sphere of competence and the bounds of their approved prescribing status in accordance with the Trust non-medical prescribing policy.
- Promote patient choice and understanding when communicating assessment outcomes or prescribing medicines, including provision of high quality information both written and verbal to support this.
- In the event of adverse drug reaction, to be accountable for ensuring that the GP/Consultant is advised accordingly
- Participate in patient satisfaction survey design and obtain feedback on patients views on
non-medical prescribing
- Act as a mentor and guide for supplementary non-medical prescribers and to provide clinical supervision, ensuring that any short falls/concerns form part of the CPD
- Be accountable for ensuring that training, CPD and clinical supervision sustains independent prescribing status
- Request necessary clinical investigations such as blood tests and communicate results to all appropriate clinicians
- Provide/ refer for appropriate health and social care interventions according to service users recovery Goals
- Assess health and social care needs as part of an integrated team, and implement /request packages of care where appropriate
For full job description please see attached document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The Post Holder will work as part of the trust wide ADHD & Autism Service in developing alternative ways of working through the introduction of Non Medical Prescribing
The post holder will practice as a non-medical prescriber (independent/supplementary prescribing) in accordance with the Trusts non-medical prescribing policy and protocols
Prescribe as an independent/supplementary prescriber within ones scope of competency
and in accordance with Trust and national policies
Following national training and a period of actively prescribing as a supplementary
prescriber, to work as an independent non-medical prescriber within the designated areas
of clinical practice
Be responsible and accountable for the assessment of the patient with diagnosed and
undiagnosed conditions and for decisions about the clinical management required including prescribing as agreed with Consultant Psychiatrist
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
The post holder will work across the localities supporting an agree caseload. The post holder will:-
- Provide advice and support to other clinicians acting as a source of expertise
- Prescribe for the patients treatment of ADHD and the management of drug-related complications within their own sphere of competence
- Promote the health needs of clients with complex issues and within their sphere of
competence provide interventions for these needs
- Promote clinical excellence by complying with agreed Trust and statutory policies and clinical guidance, while maintaining own clinical competencies in this role
- Work in close collaboration with medical personnel regarding prescribing protocols, policies etc. and where necessary work closely with the independent prescriber in developing and delivering clinical management plans for clients
- Work within relevant NMC/RPSGB and any other appropriate statutory requirements
- Work as an independent non-medical prescriber within areas as required and designated, taking responsibility for the clinical assessment of the patient, establishing a diagnosis and
the clinical management required
- Be responsible for stopping or prescribing where necessary and the appropriateness of any
prescription issue being responsible for prescribing a range of drugs within their
competence in accordance with the Trust protocols and British National Formulary (BNF)
- Carry out appropriate risk assessment regarding prescribing and non-prescribing
interventions and implement appropriate interventions to manage the risks
- Write prescriptions in accordance with Trust policy taking full responsibility for the patient as well as for the medicines prescribed as agreed with the medical prescriber
- Ensure that appropriate records are made in the patients RIO notes which identify
postholder as the independent/supplementary prescriber
- Ensure that a GP is notified when a patient is seen as an out-patient in the event that the
prescription is changed in accordance with service policies
- Responsibility for ensuring that the non-medical prescribing is recorded in line with Trust policy and procedures
- Communicate fully to those patients who are unable to communicate or give consent,
ensuring that the benefits of non-medical prescribing are documented fully and to provide
reassurance to both the patient and the carer that postholder is fulfilling the role of the doctor in this regard, including providing patient information leaflet
- Assist with the development of policies and inform development of non-medical prescribing
across the Trust
- Take the lead on policy, procedural development and patient information development of non-medical prescribing across the Learning Disability Service
- Undertake auditing and monitoring of prescribing in postholders own designated areas of
Practice
- Be responsible for ensuring the security and safe handling of FP10 prescription forms and to report any loss or theft as per Trust guidelines
- as an independent non-medical prescriber, prescribe medication as an independent prescriber within their own sphere of competence and the bounds of their approved prescribing status in accordance with the Trust non-medical prescribing policy.
- Promote patient choice and understanding when communicating assessment outcomes or prescribing medicines, including provision of high quality information both written and verbal to support this.
- In the event of adverse drug reaction, to be accountable for ensuring that the GP/Consultant is advised accordingly
- Participate in patient satisfaction survey design and obtain feedback on patients views on
non-medical prescribing
- Act as a mentor and guide for supplementary non-medical prescribers and to provide clinical supervision, ensuring that any short falls/concerns form part of the CPD
- Be accountable for ensuring that training, CPD and clinical supervision sustains independent prescribing status
- Request necessary clinical investigations such as blood tests and communicate results to all appropriate clinicians
- Provide/ refer for appropriate health and social care interventions according to service users recovery Goals
- Assess health and social care needs as part of an integrated team, and implement /request packages of care where appropriate
For full job description please see attached document.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - MH/RNLD
- Recognised qualification in non - medical prescribing
- Supplementary Prescriber
- Independent Prescriber
Desirable
- Evidence of additional academic study at Diploma /Degree level
- Relevant teaching qualification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Self Motivated
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiasm
- Ability to work under pressure
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
- Flexible
Training
Essential
- Postgraduate study to Masters Level or equivalent in a field related to nursing or must work towards achieving within an agreed timescale.
- To be willing to undertake post graduate training to further skills, knowledge and expertise
- Evidence of continued professional development
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Current philosophy underpinning care and treatment of adult ADHD in community services
- Awareness of accountability of own and others roles in a nurse-led service
- Leadership skills Communication skills, both written and verbal
- Awareness of national policy in relation to service user group
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of cultural and diversity issues.
- Specialist health needs of people with neurodevelopmental conditions
- Mental health needs
- Complex health needs
- Challenging Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as non medical prescriber
- Experience in senior role in care of people with ADHD and mental health conditions.
- Contributed to and Worked as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of implementing protocols and clinical guidelines
Desirable
- Service Development
- Working with families and carers
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - MH/RNLD
- Recognised qualification in non - medical prescribing
- Supplementary Prescriber
- Independent Prescriber
Desirable
- Evidence of additional academic study at Diploma /Degree level
- Relevant teaching qualification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Self Motivated
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiasm
- Ability to work under pressure
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
- Flexible
Training
Essential
- Postgraduate study to Masters Level or equivalent in a field related to nursing or must work towards achieving within an agreed timescale.
- To be willing to undertake post graduate training to further skills, knowledge and expertise
- Evidence of continued professional development
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Current philosophy underpinning care and treatment of adult ADHD in community services
- Awareness of accountability of own and others roles in a nurse-led service
- Leadership skills Communication skills, both written and verbal
- Awareness of national policy in relation to service user group
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of cultural and diversity issues.
- Specialist health needs of people with neurodevelopmental conditions
- Mental health needs
- Complex health needs
- Challenging Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as non medical prescriber
- Experience in senior role in care of people with ADHD and mental health conditions.
- Contributed to and Worked as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of implementing protocols and clinical guidelines
Desirable
- Service Development
- Working with families and carers
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
