Casual Specialist Nurse Prescriber

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 and motivated individual to join our substance use service on a casual, as and when required basis. This flexible opportunity is ideal for a qualified non-medical prescriber looking to provide specialist prescribing and a range of clinical interventions, working alongside our recovery caseworkers to deliver an effective and comprehensive package of care to service users.

In this role you will:

• Prescribe and review medication in accordance with evidence-practice and national and local protocols.
• Identify and assess the suitability of service users for in-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification.
• Assess physical and mental health needs.
• Proactively support the preventions, identification, and treatment of blood borne viruses.
• Support service users to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage healthier lifestyles.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Be a qualified non-medical prescriber.
• Hold a valid NMC PIN and be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Have at least one years’ recent and relevant experience working within substance use treatment.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of clinical prescribing, harm reduction, and health promotion interventions.

What we offer:

• Flexible, casual work on an as and when required basis.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Employee discounts and a competitive pensions scheme.

The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those accessing our services.

If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!

If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Amanda Connell at Amanda_Connell@middlesbrough.gov.uk or call 01642 728058.

Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

If you are viewing this advert on the North East Jobs website, please go to Vacancies ¦ Middlesbrough Council to view the Job Description & Person Specification and apply for the role.

The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.