Autonomous Forensic Mental Health Advanced Practitioner

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is seeking an Advanced Clinical Practitioner for their forensic inpatient services. The role requires a registered nurse with an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice, offering care to service users with complex needs. Responsibilities include autonomous assessment, managing clinical care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have extensive experience in mental health and demonstrate strong clinical expertise. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Registered Adult Nurse with an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Extensive experience in mental health or learning disability settings.
• Experience in teaching and supervising junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous clinical assessment and treatment.
• Manage clinical care in partnership with individuals, families, and carers.
• Diagnose and refer conditions to appropriate specialists.

Skills

Knowledge of evidence-based interventions

Ability to involve service users in co-creation

Knowledge of current trends and legislation

Education

MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice

Professional regulated core qualification with NMC/HCPC

Postgraduate qualification in NMP and Advanced Health Assessment

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is seeking an Advanced Clinical Practitioner for their forensic inpatient services. The role requires a registered nurse with an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice, offering care to service users with complex needs. Responsibilities include autonomous assessment, managing clinical care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have extensive experience in mental health and demonstrate strong clinical expertise. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits included.