Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber - City & Hackney

Turning Point; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and social care provider in London seeks an Independent Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse or Pharmacist Prescriber to deliver holistic support for individuals facing addiction. You will develop personalized care packages, involve in detoxification treatments, and collaborate with various health services. This role emphasizes community support and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays and additional perks.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays

Access to comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in developing personalized support packages.
• Ability to engage with diverse populations effectively.
• Knowledge of opiate treatment and detoxification practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic treatment and support for substance use.
• Involve in opiate substitute treatment and detoxification.
• Support blood borne virus screening and collaborate with healthcare services.

Skills

Excellent communication

Empathy and understanding

Creative and flexible support development

Education

Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse or Pharmacist Prescriber

Job description

At Turning Point, we are recognized leaders in helping people recover from addiction and gain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and ensuring that people can find all the help they need, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance use services in England and Wales.

We are currently seeking a talented Independent Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber to work within our community-based substance use services in the City of London and Hackney. The service is delivered in partnership with Mind CHWF and London Friend, emphasizing partnership working to support local communities in achieving their goals.

Our approach is holistic and inclusive, delivering treatment and support across neighborhoods. As an NMP Nurse or Pharmacist Prescriber, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals struggling with drugs and alcohol issues, developing personalized, flexible, and realistic support packages to facilitate recovery.

You will be involved in opiate substitute treatment, alcohol and opiate detoxifications, and relapse prevention medications. Additionally, as part of the Wellbeing Team, you will support the nursing team with Blood Borne Virus screening and vaccinations, and collaborate closely with mental health, physical health, and social care services. You will also help foster a collaborative approach linking Turning Point more closely with external professionals and agencies.

We seek a qualified Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber who is an excellent communicator, capable of developing creative, flexible, and tailored support packages. The ideal candidate loves engaging with people from diverse backgrounds, genuinely enjoys helping others, and demonstrates empathy, understanding, and patience.

As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we pride ourselves on delivering services on a not-for-profit basis, reinvesting every penny into our services and staff. We are committed to positive change and continuously working to improve the lives of those we support.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

• 25 days' paid holiday per year plus Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days plus Bank Holidays. Additional holidays can be purchased and spread over the year.
• Access to comprehensive benefits and perks detailed here: Turning Point Benefits

We reserve the right to close this advert early if the position is filled before the closing date.