Casual Specialist Nurse Prescriber — Substance Use Care

Middlesbrough Development Corporation; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Middlesbrough Development Corporation is seeking a passionate and motivated individual to join our substance misuse 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 recovery caseworkers to deliver an effective and comprehensive package of care to service users.

Qualifications

• Experience in substance misuse treatment is required.
• Knowledge of clinical prescribing issues and local protocols.
• Ability to promote health and reduce harm in service users.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe and review medications in line with evidence-based practice.
• Identify and assess suitability for in-patient detoxification.
• Assess physical and mental health needs and facilitate appropriate interventions.
• Support prevention, identification, and treatment of blood-borne viruses.
• Contribute to risk management and care planning.

Skills

Prescribing knowledge

Harm reduction

Health promotion

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

First level registered nurse with PIN

GPhC registration with independent non-medical

Post-graduation qualification in drugs and/or alcohol

Job description

Middlesbrough Development Corporation is seeking a passionate and motivated individual to join our substance misuse 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 recovery caseworkers to deliver an effective and comprehensive package of care to service users.