Director of Clinical Services| Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Priory; Old Woking, Old Woking; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking rehabilitation center as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, where you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and supporting patients on their recovery journey. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on addiction and eating disorder treatment. You will be part of a dedicated team, leading assessments, managing complex cases, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive workplace, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Access to training programs

Employee assistance program

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration and independent prescribing qualification.
• Experience as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner in mental health or addiction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and manage treatment pathways for service users.
• Lead learning activities and ensure clinical governance compliance.
• Participate in on-call rota and provide physical health care.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RMN/RNLD/RGN)

Independent prescribing qualification

Clinical skills in managing complex cases

Strong communication skills

Compassionate patient-centered approach

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Commitment to continuous professional development

Education

Valid NMC registration

Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner Training Course

Job description

Director of Clinical Services | Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Reference: PRI98389

Location: Life Works Community Ltd, The Grange, High Street, Old Woking, Surrey GU22 8LB

Priory Group Division: Healthcare

Salary: £60,000 FTE depending on experience

Hours: 37.5

Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time

About Us: Life Works, located in Woking, Surrey, is a highly respected private rehabilitation centre with a unique therapeutic environment, leading the way in addiction and eating disorder treatment. We treat up to 18 low risk private patients for addictions and eating disorders in a Georgian house surrounded by beautiful gardens. We are easily accessible from the A3 and M25 and a 30 min walk from Woking Train station. Being part of the Priory group, all staff benefit from the range of benefits and training that the Priory has to offer; including excellent CPD opportunities.

About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our Senior Management Team at Life Works and would directly line manage the full time supernumerary Deputy Ward Manager. The successful candidate will play a critical role in delivering high standards of care, supporting patients through their recovery journey, and contributing to our holistic approach to healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Undertake initial assessments for service users admitted to the hospital to determine the appropriate level of care to be provided, under the direction and supervision of the Consultant Psychiatrist, and work with the ward multi-disciplinary team to ensure delivery of the treatment and care pathway.
2. Prepare discharge summaries and other associated documentation as necessary.
3. Leadership of and participation in learning activities and clinical supervision.
4. Participation in Clinical Governance activities, and account for contracted hours utilised in research, clinical audit, Continuing Professional Development and other non-clinical duties as necessary and in a timely manner.
5. Work effectively with colleagues to ensure that service users have access to appropriate clinical cover at all times, which will require participation in an on-call rota for the site.
6. Support the service in delivering physical health care and potentially emergency treatment to service users.
7. Undertake prescribing duties within the parameters of registration and competency.
8. Share responsibility for providing phlebotomy services with other members of the clinical team as required.
9. Undertake the risk assessment and adjustment of service user observation levels in conjunction with colleagues from the wider MDT.
10. Ensure the continual provision of least restrictive care at all times.
11. Arrange appropriate clinical tests and investigations and take responsibility for obtaining results and acting on them in a timely manner.
12. Ensure physical observations by ward staff are carried out in accordance with instructions. Review physical observation findings and act upon them in a clinically appropriate manner.
13. Ensure caseload has access to all physical healthcare screening and investigations.
14. Act as a point of liaison with Visiting Consultants and external agencies such as GPs, Care Co-ordinators, Case Managers.

To do this you'll need to be the following:

1. Registered Nurse (RMN/RNLD/RGN) with valid NMC registration.
2. Registered Non-Medical Prescriber.
3. Desirable to have completed an Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner Training Course or a Clinical Skills development course (which should include initial examination, ECG and venepuncture).
4. Proven experience as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, ideally within a mental health, addiction, or related setting.
5. Independent prescribing qualification.
6. Excellent clinical skills with the ability to manage complex cases.
7. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient-centered approach.
8. Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
9. Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.

In return for your hard work, we are offering you:

1. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
2. Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
3. Supportive and collaborative working environment.
4. Access to Priory's extensive range of training programs and resources.
5. Employee assistance program and wellbeing support.

If you are an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Priory Life Works is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Closing Date: 30/04/2025