Clinical Nurse Specialist

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a full-time Clinical Nurse Specialist to lead nurse-managed Adult ADHD clinics. Responsibilities include prescribing medication, assessing patients, and managing complex healthcare needs. The ideal candidate will have a Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification and experience in Mental Health. This role offers opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a significant impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Evidence of ongoing training and development
• Understanding of clinical governance in relation to service delivery

Responsibilities

• Operate nurse-led clinics and assess patients
• Manage healthcare of complex/vulnerable individuals
• Develop assessment tools and training materials

Skills

Understanding of issues relating to ADHD

Effective written and oral communication

Effective organization and management skills

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification

Nurse Prescribing Qualification

Post-graduate training in Mental Health

Tools

ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)

Job description

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Closing date is 11 November 2025

The Adult ADHD service at Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic full‑time Band 7 Clinical Specialist Nurse to plan and deliver nurse‑led Adult ADHD clinics and interventions. Responsibilities include prescribing and monitoring medication under the supervision of medical staff and assessment and diagnosis of ADHD in adults.

Shortlisting will commence 13 November.

Main duties of the job

• Autonomously operate nurse‑led clinics, assess and treat patients, and refer appropriately to other healthcare professionals or services.
• Routinely undertake independent and supplementary nurse prescribing.
• Manage the healthcare of complex/vulnerable individuals within the Adult ADHD Service.
• Screen patients for risk factors and early signs of illness.
• Overall responsibility for assessment planning, development, implementation and evaluation of individual care programmes.
• Assist in developing assessment tools, training packs and pathways in accordance with NICE guidance.
• Comply with HSC 2000/026, Patient Group Directions and the NMC Code of Conduct to prescribe locally agreed treatments with established protocols.
• Offer supervision and reflective practice within the multi‑disciplinary team.
• Set, monitor and evaluate standards of practice to ensure quality and effective governance.
• Apply research‑based nursing practice, critical appraisal skills and underpin clinical governance and best practice.

About us

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership provides health and care services for a population of over one million people across seven local authorities. We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services throughout Cheshire, Wirral, Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton and Liverpool. Our aim is to improve the lives of everyone in our communities with a compassionate, person‑centred approach. We are rated Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to inclusive recruitment practices and values diversity. All new starters commence on one fixed start date each month with a 3‑week induction programme.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification
• Nurse Prescribing Qualification (or completed within 12 months of appointment)
• Evidence of ongoing training and development
• Post‑graduate training in Mental Health
• Management certificate/qualification
• ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) or equivalent

Knowledge and Expertise

• Understanding of issues relating to ADHD, local and national guidance
• Understanding of interventions for ADHD and models of good practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance in relation to service delivery
• Effective written and oral communication and liaison skills
• Effective organisation and management skills
• Knowledge of NHS and Social Services frameworks
• Presentation skills and ability to deliver training
• Understanding of performance management and ability to develop monitoring systems

Experience

• Experience of clinical work within Mental Health
• Substantial experience at Band 6 or above
• Worked independently and as part of a team
• Staff management and supervision experience
• Some experience as a nurse prescriber
• Organisation and delivery of education and training
• Experience within ADHD services (child or adult)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Applicants will be required to submit a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

For application support, please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] or call 01244 393100.