Non-Medical Prescriber - (RMN, RN, RNLD)

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the City of London is seeking a Band 7 Non-Medical Prescriber to join its innovative team. In this role, you will conduct ADHD assessments and provide pharmacological treatments as an independent prescriber. The position offers flexibility with working options, a strong focus on career development, and a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will have broad experience in adult psychiatry and the V300 Non-Medical Prescribing qualification. Join us to make a significant impact in mental healthcare.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development focus

Blue Light Card for discounts

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Learning Disabilities Nurse with V300 qualification.
• Experience delivering ADHD assessments and pharmacological interventions.
• Ability to lead quality improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ADHD assessments and provide pharmacological treatments.
• Prescribe controlled drugs as an independent prescriber.
• Lead and participate in service development initiatives.

Skills

Broad experience in adult psychiatry

Independent prescribing skills

Ability to assess differential diagnoses

Education

V300 Non-Medical Prescribing qualification

Registered Nurse (RMN or RN) or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD)

Experience in clinical supervision

Job description

Are you a Registered Nurse (RMN or RN), Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD), or a Registered Pharmacist with the V300 Non-Medical Prescribing qualification? If so, we'd love to hear from you! This is an exciting time to join a creative and innovative team. We're looking for professionals who thrive on transforming and shaping services as we continue to grow and improve. The Somerset Adult ADHD Service is seeking a Band 7 Non-Medical Prescriber to join our compassionate, forward‑thinking, and values‑driven team. We are a county-wide service dedicated to delivering high-quality ADHD assessments and treatment for adults in Somerset who have not yet received a diagnosis. In this role, you will:

In this role, you will:

• Conduct ADHD assessments and provide pharmacological treatments
• Prescribe 'off-label' and controlled drugs as an independent prescriber
• Lead quality improvement projects as our service evolves

What we offer:

• Flexible working options: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
• Compressed hours available
• Core hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
• CPD funding and access to training within the scope of the service
• A supportive, values-driven environment focused on wellbeing

Nurses with RN qualification: in order to carry out ADHD assessments, it's essential to have broad experience in adult psychiatry. The ability to assess differential diagnoses is a critical part of the role. If you feel you can demonstrate you have transferable skills, we welcome your application.

Your duties will include:

• Deliver ADHD assessments and provide pharmacological interventions, including prescribing controlled and off‑label medications.
• Triage referrals and perform comprehensive case note reviews.
• Act as a clinical expert and independent prescriber within a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Hold a clinical caseload and maintain high standards of care and accurate clinical documentation.
• Use your advanced knowledge to contribute to treatment plans, risk assessments, and patient reviews.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with service users, families, carers, GPs, and colleagues.
• Lead and participate in service development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical audits.
• Provide clinical supervision, support and training to other professionals.
• Promote mental health education and help develop non-pharmacological treatment pathways.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Benefits:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
• Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.